Ryan Coogler weaves the legend of Robert Johnson, vampire tales, Creole mysticism, gangsters seeking redemption and racial and religious oppression into a multilayered tapestry of fantasy, history and culture in Sinners, now playing at Robinson Film Center.

Smoke and Stack are twin brothers, played by Michael B. Jordan. They have returned home to Clarksdale, Mississippi, in 1932. And while there is some mystery about their time away in Chicago, it’s clear from the beginning of the film they are not men to trifle with.

They have come back to go into business for themselves with a juke joint. Among the team they assemble for the venture is their cousin Sammie Moore, played by Miles Caton. Sammie is a blues guitarist whose talent belies his humble life as the son of a sharecropping pastor.

On opening night, the joint is jumping. But the tension builds when three creepy strangers try to crash the party. After that, well, let’s just say things get a little weird.

If you are fan of fast-paced action and great music, you will enjoy this movie. If you go for strong cinematography and visual effects, you will enjoy this movie. If you enjoy supporting films shot in Louisiana, you will enjoy this one, too, as parts of it were shot across southeast Louisiana.

- Scott “Scooter” Anderson, Scooter Anderson Communications