No film director in the history of modern film, has grossed more money at the box than Ryan Coogler on fewer than 4 movies ($2.4 billion to be precise). I start here, because what I am going to say next, is something I've been thinking about since Sinners came out.*

The deal he has is not new structure or idea. It is just being presented that way. And it irks me, because instead of actually saying what's possible, people would rather pontificate.

First though, let's hear from Mr. Coogler himself.

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Democracy Now, 2025

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