‘Sinners’ used THIS secret code name while filming

Director Ryan Coogler's horror film 'Sinners,' a 2026 Oscar sensation, was secretly codenamed 'Grilled Cheese' for its simple, gritty appeal. This genre-bending movie, set in Jim Crow-era Mississippi, blends blues, Black culture, and a unique take on vampires. It garnered 16 Oscar nominations, winning four, including Best Actor for Michael B. Jordan and Best Cinematography for Autumn Durald Arkapaw.

Mar 17, 2026 - 12:15
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‘Sinners’ used THIS secret code name while filming
Director Ryan Coogler's horror film 'Sinners,' a 2026 Oscar sensation, was secretly codenamed 'Grilled Cheese' for its simple, gritty appeal. This genre-bending movie, set in Jim Crow-era Mississippi, blends blues, Black culture, and a unique take on vampires. It garnered 16 Oscar nominations, winning four, including Best Actor for Michael B. Jordan and Best Cinematography for Autumn Durald Arkapaw.

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