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Michael B Jordan opened up about his dislike for the fake blood used while filming the vampire thriller Sinners. His discomfort was serious enough that director Ryan Coogler had to hold a meeting to address it. Jordan admitted he preferred the fangs but found the blood excessive and messy. Despite his initial aversion to horror films, he took the role to challenge himself and now enjoys the genre more.

Key Points: Michael B Jordan Disliked Fake Blood While Filming Vampire Thriller Sinners

  • Michael B Jordan vented about fake blood discomfort during Sinners filming
  • Ryan Coogler called a meeting after crew raised concerns
  • Jordan enjoyed fangs but struggled with excessive gore
  • Actor took the role to overcome his fear of horror films
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Michael B Jordan hated fake blood used in making of 'Sinners'

Michael B Jordan reveals his discomfort with fake blood while filming Ryan Coogler's vampire thriller Sinners, sparking a behind-the-scenes meeting.

"The blood was a bit messy and uncomfortable at times. The blood was a lot. – Michael B Jordan"

Washington, April 18

Actor Michael B Jordan never liked the fake blood while making his new vampire thriller, 'Sinners'.

The actor teamed up with writer-director Ryan Coogler on the film, which takes place in 1930s Mississippi and sees Jordan in dual roles, reported People.

For making the vampire spectacle, it required gallons of prop blood and gore, and Coogler informed that at one point during the production, the crew called for a meeting to discuss Jordan's dislike of the sticky red substance.

"I liked the fangs. Fangs were dope. The blood was a bit messy and uncomfortable at times. The blood was a lot," said Jordan before Coogler added, "I got called into a meeting a few weeks in by my producer and my wife, Zinzi Coogler, and she was like, 'Hey, we gotta talk about Mike.' I'm like, 'What? What's going on?' And she's like, 'The blood -- he doesn't like it.' I'm like, 'Wait, what?'," as per the outlet.

Jordan shared, "First of all, there's a difference between complaining and venting. I was just more venting, you know what I'm saying? But they care about me, so they had a meeting. I appreciate the meeting."

Coogler recalled, "I remember some times where I'm like, 'Okay, action,' and you're like, 'This is disgusting....'" Jordan agreed, "Disgusting."

Jordan, who collaborated with Coogler on the 2013 American biographical drama film 'Fruitvale Station', shared that he was never a horror movie fan, which motivated him to opt for 'Sinners', as per the outlet.

"I wanted to do this, partially trying to help take the edge off a little bit. I was like, maybe if I know how it's done and I'm in it, I might like horror movies a little bit more," he said. "I do like them a lot more, I just want to say that," reported People.

'Sinners' is in theatres now.

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Taylor R.
I love how honest MBJ is about the process! Fake blood is seriously the worst - it gets everywhere and stains everything. Respect for pushing through though, can't wait to see the movie! 🧛‍♂️
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Jamal K.
The Coogler-Jordan team-up is always 🔥. Fruitvale Station was incredible, so I have high hopes for this one. Interesting that he's not usually into horror though!
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Sarah L.
I appreciate the behind-the-scenes honesty, but I wonder if this much discussion about disliking aspects of production might affect audience perception? Still excited to see it though!
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Derek T.
The 1930s Mississippi setting sounds fascinating! Hope they do justice to the historical aspects while telling this vampire story. MBJ in dual roles should be interesting to watch.
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Maya P.
LOL at them having a whole meeting about the blood situation! Shows how much the crew cares about their actors. Makes me respect the production team even more.
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Kevin B.
Not gonna lie, the fake blood is probably worth it if the effects look good. Sometimes you gotta suffer for your art! Hope the movie does well at the box office.

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