Ryan Coogler’s ‘Sinners’ Triumphs at Astra Film Awards; Warner Bros. Secures 11 Wins

Ryan Coogler’s latest project, “Sinners,” triumphed at the 9th Annual Astra Film Awards, held on Friday. The supernatural thriller secured a remarkable six awards, solidifying its place as the event’s standout feature. Key victories included Best Motion Picture — Drama, Best Director for Coogler, and Best Actor for Michael B. Jordan.

Warner Bros.’ Major Success

The success of “Sinners” contributed to Warner Bros.’ impressive total of 11 wins at the awards ceremony. This achievement highlights the studio’s strong presence in the film industry this year.

Other Noteworthy Winners

• Best Motion Picture — Comedy or Musical: Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another”
• Best Action or Science Fiction Feature: James Gunn’s “Superman”
• Best Horror Feature: Zach Cregger’s “Weapons”
• Best Animated Feature: Netflix’s “KPop Demon Hunters”

“KPop Demon Hunters” received three awards, including Best Original Song for “Golden” and Best Voice-Over Performance for Arden Cho. Adam Sandler achieved recognition as Best Supporting Actor for his role in Noah Baumbach’s “Jay Kelly.”

Acting Awards Highlights

The acting categories showcased impressive wins:

• Best Actress in a Motion Picture Drama: Jessie Buckley for “Hamnet”
• Best Supporting Actor in a Motion Picture Drama: Stellan Skarsgård for “Sentimental Value”
• Best Actress in a Motion Picture Comedy or Musical: Amanda Seyfried for “The Testament of Ann Lee”
• Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande for “Wicked: For Good”

Complete List of Winners

Here’s a summary of other significant awards:

Ryan Coogler’s “Sinners” not only dominated the Astra Film Awards but also showcased the strength of Warner Bros. as a leading studio in the industry. The awards reflected a diverse range of talent and creativity in filmmaking today.