Good Hang with Amy Poehler Ryan Coogler
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Jan 13, 2026 
Ryan Coogler, the visionary filmmaker behind hits like Black Panther, shares his creative journey, from the influence of diverse cinema to his collaborative process with composer Ludwig Göransson. They discuss their friendship formed at USC, Ryan's passion for movie snacks, and how football shaped his storytelling mentality. The conversation dives into the unique sounds that characterize his films, the magic of theatrical viewing, and fond memories of Chadwick Boseman. Expect humor, childhood insights, and a celebration of cinema's emotional power.
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Power Of Theatrical Communal Experience
- Ryan Coogler values theaters because they create an egalitarian communal experience where audiences surrender control and share emotional focus.
- He says you cannot pause a theater moment, so people must fully give themselves over to the film.
Jurassic Park Sparking A Filmmaker
- Ryan remembers seeing Jurassic Park at a drive-in and being terrified by the T-Rex scene, which hooked him on cinematic thrills.
- That childhood experience motivated him to try to recreate that feeling for audiences as a filmmaker.
Hone Ideas With A Trusted First Reader
- Do involve your partner or close trusted reader early to refine ideas; Coogler hones pitches with his wife Zinzi and she reads first drafts.
- He uses that feedback loop to sharpen early-stage scripts before wider collaboration.