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Acclaimed Horror Hit "Sinners" Poised for Oscar Glory with IMAX Rerelease
21 Oct
Summary
- "Sinners" to be re-released in IMAX theaters starting October 30
- Film has Metacritic score of 84 and is considered a frontrunner for Best Picture
- Follows identical twin brothers trying to open a juke joint in 1930s Mississippi
The acclaimed horror film "Sinners" is poised for a resurgence in the awards season race, as it is set to be re-released in IMAX theaters starting October 30 and continuing through the Halloween weekend. The genre-blending movie, which has been described as a "cocktail of vampire gore and southern gothic dread," has received widespread critical acclaim, earning a Metacritic score of 84.
Inspired by the real-life legend surrounding Delta Blues legend Robert Johnson, who is rumored to have sold his soul to the devil in exchange for his guitar-playing skills, "Sinners" follows the story of identical twin brothers trying to open a juke joint in 1930s Mississippi. However, their plans are upended when they find themselves at the center of a vampire takeover.
With its unique premise, critical reception, and impressive box office performance, "Sinners" has emerged as a frontrunner for the Best Picture race this Oscar season, according to IndieWire Awards Editor Marcus Jones. The IMAX re-release is perfectly timed to remind audiences of the film's quality and generate renewed interest, as it comes after the release of several other fall festival favorites.
