How college football struggles at Sacramento State pushed Ryan Coogler toward filmmaking and Oscar winning Sinners screenplay
Ryan Coogler won his first Oscar for Best Original Screenplay for Sinners at the Academy Awards. Before becoming a famous filmmaker, he played college football as a wide receiver for the Sacramento State Hornets. Injuries and strong competition pushed him toward film. After studying at USC School of Cinematic Arts, Coogler directed major hits including Black Panther and Creed.
Ryan Coogler won his first Oscar for Best Original Screenplay for Sinners at the Academy Awards. Before becoming a famous filmmaker, he played college football as a wide receiver for the Sacramento State Hornets. Injuries and strong competition pushed him toward film. After studying at USC School of Cinematic Arts, Coogler directed major hits including Black Panther and Creed.
