Sinners

I loved this movie. Despite having to watch it from the first row at the cinema, which we all know is far from ideal, this was still a great experience. I really enjoyed the plot and thought it was very well written, bringing fresh concepts we don’t usually see in horror films, like the incredible use of music throughout the story. As a big music guy, I can say they absolutely crushed it on that front. The way they incorporated blues music not only enhanced the atmosphere but also perfectly grounded the film in its 1930s Mississippi setting. The portrayal of the time and place was spot-on and added a lot to the overall experience. The acting was another huge highlight, especially Michael B. Jordan, who did a fantastic job portraying the Smokestack twins. The idea of having the same actor play both roles was bold and executed flawlessly, although I do wish we had gotten to know a bit more about their backstories. I also really loved the character of Sammi, he brought so much energy and heart to the film and was a great addition to the story. Even though it's labeled as a horror movie, I wouldn’t say it’s the scariest and I think it could’ve benefited from leaning a little harder into the horror elements. That said, I usually don’t care much for vampirism stories, but they pulled it off really well here, keeping it simple yet avoiding clichés. I would absolutely recommend this to anyone, even those who aren't big horror fans, because I believe Sinners will be a movie for the ages. I'll definitely rewatch it in the future.