Michael B. Jordan and Ryan Coogler’s ‘Sinners’ is a Hollywood blockbuster that has fans and viewers glued to their screens and the question behind the inspiration for the Smokestack Twins has been top on the minds of a lot of people but worry no further because we’re about to unveil it all to you! Michael B. Jordan and Ryan Coogler were interviewed recently, and they spoke about the cultural inspiration from which the twin characters in the film were drawn.
Michael B. Jordan and Ryan Coogler got their inspiration from ‘Ibeji’, the twin deities from the popular Yoruba Orisha. The twin characters in ‘Sinners’ is here to make us travel down through the generations into Yoruba mythology. In Yoruba belief, twins are considered sacred, often symbolizing balance, protection, and a deep spiritual connection.
In ‘Sinners’, the Smokestack Twins embody these powerful themes, serving as both protectors and disruptors in the storyline. Their connection goes beyond the physical, hinting at a metaphysical bond that mirrors the spiritual link the Yoruba believe exists between Ibeji twins. This depth gives the characters a haunting presence on screen, making their actions feel as if they’re guided by something ancient and otherworldly.
See the interview of Michael B. Jordan and Ryan Coogler here.
