In this episode of Giant Mess, Neal Lynch dives deep into Ryan Coogler’s 2025 Southern Gothic vampire horror hit Sinners, starring Michael B. Jordan in a dual role as twin brothers Smoke and Stack Moore. Neal breaks down the film’s plot, cast performances, behind-the-scenes details, historical influences, and standout scenes — from juke joint blues to blood-soaked showdowns.
You’ll hear about Coogler’s inspirations (From Dusk Till Dawn, The Faculty, Salem’s Lot, The Twilight Zone), the film’s Mississippi Delta setting, powerful themes of race, legacy, freedom, and survival, as well as why Sinners stands out as one of the best original genre movies of 2025.
Neal also discusses box office performance, possible sequel ideas, Coogler’s directing style, and why Michael B. Jordan could be eyeing awards season glory for this career-best performance.
Whether you’re here for movie analysis, film history connections, horror breakdowns, or Neal's signature tangents, this review will have you looking at Sinners in a whole new light.
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ABOUT NEAL LYNCH:
Irish-Italian-American who graduated from a Catholic high school (even though I'm not Catholic), and a college known for producing doctors and lacrosse players, then became neither.
Former 4th string quarterback and middle relief pitcher at a D3 school.
Degrees in Film & Media Studies and Communications.
Worked for Condé Nast, New York Post, SportsNet New York, and Hearst Television.
Divorced dad who blogs, podcasts, writes, edits, optimizes, strategizes, and over-analyzes.
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"Giant Mess" is a weird sports and entertainment comedy podcast hosted by a giant mess, the Real Cinch Neal Lynch.
Neal covers New York Giants football, Mets baseball, movies, and TV shows, mixing in funny life stories along the way.
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