Is ‘Sinners’ Winning Best Picture? Michael B. Jordan’s Victory at the Actor Awards Sets the Movie Up for Oscars Glory
Michael B. Jordan won best actor and Sinners secured best ensemble, boosting the film's record 16 Oscar nominations as final Academy voting continues.
- On Sunday at the Actor Awards, Michael B. Jordan won best actor and the cast of Warner Bros.' Sinners took ensemble, producing a roar that shook up the race.
- Built on wide audience impact and IMAX screenings, Sinners earned a record-breaking 16 Oscar nominations last year, boosting its awards-season momentum.
- Ryan Coogler, the director, made awards history by becoming the first to helm two ensemble winners with Sinners and Black Panther; Sinners is only the fifth film to win both best cast ensemble and best actor at the Actor Awards.
- With final Oscar voting from Feb. 26 to March 5, Jordan's Actor Awards win is described as critical for his campaign and Sinners' path to best picture, influencing voters.
- One Battle After Another's PGA victory on Saturday underlines its strength, but Sinners remains positioned for three acting wins, a screenplay prize and original score recognition.
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