Sinners, the vampire horror film, has broken records by garnering 16 Oscar nominations, thus setting a new benchmark in the history of the Academy Awards. This film, which stars Michael B Jordan alongside British co-stars Wunmi Mosaku and Delroy Lindo, outperformed contenders like One Battle After Another, which received 13 nominations.
The nominations include prestigious categories such as Best Actor for Jordan, Best Supporting Actress for Mosaku, and Best Director for Ryan Coogler, showcasing Sinners' groundbreaking blend of horror and musical elements while tackling serious themes.
Critics have noted the film's unique approach and powerful storytelling, with BBC Radio 1 film critic Ali Plumb commenting that it is 'more than just a horror.' The competition remains stiff, particularly from One Battle After Another, which explores the current political climate in the U.S. and features Leonardo DiCaprio in a nominated role.
The results will be revealed on March 15, revealing whether Sinners can truly redefine expectations for horror films in the awards circuit.
