Ep. 420 - Ryan Coogler - Sinners

About this episode

Jasmyne Peck interviews Ryan Coogler about his film Sinners and his creative process.

In this episode, host Jasmyne Peck talks with screenwriter-director Ryan Coogler ( Black Panther , Creed ) about crafting his acclaimed hit film Sinners , the importance of family and community, his filmmaking process, and much more.

People in this episode

Guest: Ryan Coogler

Topics covered

• filmmaking
• screenwriting
• family
• community
• film industry

Keywords

• Ryan Coogler
• Sinners
• Black Panther
• Creed
• filmmaking process
• importance of family
• community

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Sinners, Black Panther, Creed

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