The Power of Pearline in Sinners
Listening to Black Women
In Ryan Coogler’s latest film, Sinners, audiences are introduced to Pearline, portrayed by Wunmi Mosaku—a heavyset, dark-skinned Black woman who practices voodoo and serves as the love interest in this supernatural thriller. Set in 1932 Mississippi, the film follows twin brothers Smoke and Stack (both played by Michael B. Jordan)…
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