Sinners isn’t your average vampire movie. It is set in 1930s Mississippi, with twin brothers trying to leave their messy past behind by returning home and opening a juke joint.
The movie’s focus is not only on vampires, but also the atmosphere and social setting. The music and the small-town tension between the different races all feed into the feeling that the movie aims for.
The vampires aren’t flashy. They’re creepy in a slow, sneaky way, which somehow makes them scarier and unreal.
The movie takes its time, which might feel slow, but as it moves on, it develops into themes of family redemption and the struggle between good and evil. This pays off in the second half and the ending, leaving room for interpretations of certain parts.
This movie has an eerie feeling to it, being a thriller but not having jump scares or action every five seconds. It also builds feelings towards the characters instantly.
The ending feels like everything hits at once. But it plays out well, wrapping up the movie without feeling like an easy ending.
