Michael B. Jordan Wins First Oscar, Honours Black Film Pioneers - The Caribbean Camera

What ‘Sinners’ Oscar Night Says About Hollywood Right Now

Ryan Coogler’s Sinners entered the 98th Academy Awards as a record-breaking contender and left with four major wins, including best actor for Michael B. Jordan, best original screenplay, best cinematography and best original score. The film, which received 16 nominations, was widely seen as one of the night’s defining works, even as it fell short of best picture. Jordan, who portrayed twin brothers in the film, used his acceptance speech to than…

Michael B. Jordan Wins First Oscar, Honours Black Film Pioneers - The Caribbean Camera

Jordan’s Oscar Triumph Celebrates Black Hollywood Legacy By Kojo Hollywood actor Michael B. Jordan has secured the first Academy Award of his career, winning the Oscar for Best Actor for his performance in the supernatural thriller Sinners. His victory marks a historic moment, as Jordan becomes only the sixth Black man to win the award for lead actor. Michael B. Jordan Jordan earned the honour for portraying twin brothers Smoke and Stack in the …