Ryan Coogler, Tessa Thompson, Octavia Spencer and Daniel Kaluuya to Present at Michael B. Jordan’s American Cinematheque Tribute
Ryan Coogler, Tessa Thompson, Octavia Spencer and Daniel Kaluuya headline the group of presenters honoring Michael B. Jordan at this year’s American Cinematheque tribute. The event will take place on November 20 at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills.
Celebrating Jordan’s Cinematic Journey
The “Sinners” star and “Creed III” director will become the 39th recipient of the prestigious American Cinematheque Award. The honor recognizes his impactful career both in front of and behind the camera.
A Powerful Creative Partnership
Coogler and Jordan’s long-standing collaboration has yielded five acclaimed films — Fruitvale Station, Creed, Black Panther, Wakanda Forever, and the box-office hit Sinners. Their creative synergy has helped define a new era of cinematic storytelling.
“Sinners” and Box Office Success
In Sinners, Jordan portrays twin gangsters Smoke and Stack in a dark, R-rated vampire drama. The movie has grossed $367 million worldwide, becoming one of the most successful original horror releases in recent years.
Collaborations Across Film
Tessa Thompson co-stars with Jordan in the Creed franchise, where he took the director’s chair for Creed III. Octavia Spencer appeared alongside him in Fruitvale Station, portraying Wanda Johnson, mother of Oscar Grant III — the real-life young man whose 2009 death at the hands of BART police in Oakland inspired the film.
“Fruitvale Station,” “Creed,” “Black Panther,” “Wakanda Forever,” and “Sinners” showcase a creative partnership that continues to shape modern cinema.
Author’s Summary
Michael B. Jordan’s American Cinematheque tribute unites his closest collaborators to celebrate a bold career bridging acting, directing, and cultural impact.