The filmmaker also shares his "cinematic influences," including Spike Lee, Quentin Tarantino, Ava DuVernay, Christopher Nolan, Steven Spielberg and Martin Scorsese, among several others.

Director Ryan Coogler is showing his “eternal gratitude” for the moviegoers who saw his latest film “Sinners” in the theater, helping the supernatural thriller overcome expectations and claim the No.

Ryan Coogler is expressing his gratitude following the box office success of Sinners. The filmmaker penned an emotional letter thanking fans for their support of the period horror film, which stars Michael B. Jordan in dual roles.