Ben and Rob dive into Sinners, the intense, genre-blurring drama that’s become one of the most talked about films of the year and, remarkably, the most Oscar-nominated movie in history.

Often mistaken for a vampire story but driven more by themes of guilt, faith, and morality than horror, Sinners uses its haunting atmosphere and tightly unified style to tell a story that feels uncannily contemporary, even though it isn’t set in the present. With every department working in striking harmony, the film’s look, sound, and performances create a singular, deliberate vision.

But what is Sinners, really? a prestige drama, a modern allegory, or something else entirely? Does it truly deserve its record-breaking recognition? And what does its success say about the kinds of stories the Academy wants to celebrate?

Ben and Rob unpack what works, what doesn’t, and what it all adds up to in one of the year’s most debated films.

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Sinners (2025): Does This Deserve To Be The Most Nominated Film In History?!