Oscar Breakthrough: 'Sinners' Sets New Nominations Record

The vampire horror film 'Sinners' has made a groundbreaking achievement by receiving 16 nominations for the upcoming Oscars, breaking the previous record of 14 nominations held by films such as 'Titanic' and 'La La Land'. This accomplishment positions Sinners as a strong contender in an awards season typically dominated by larger, more conventional dramas.

Outshining its nearest rival, One Battle After Another, which garnered 13 nominations, Sinners secured a diverse range of accolades. Noteworthy nominations include Michael B Jordan for Best Actor, along with co-stars Wunmi Mosaku and Delroy Lindo, along with nominations for Best Picture and Best Director for Ryan Coogler.

Timothee Chalamet, competing for his first Oscar with Marty Supreme, and Jessie Buckley, a frontrunner for Best Actress in Hamnet, add depth to the category.

Despite the film’s horror genre, critics have praised Sinners for its unique storytelling, combining elements of racial conflict and musical history. BBC Radio 1 film critic Ali Plumb emphasized the significance of the film's varied themes beyond traditional horror.

The winners will be revealed on March 15, promising to bring together an exciting array of talent in the industry, and Sinners aims to make the evening memorable with its landmark achievements.