Sinners Movie - Made Impossible Possible

How Sinners Got Made. With Omar Benson Miller & Sev Ohanian

In a raw and revealing conversation, actor Omar Benson Miller (Ballers, 8 Mile) and acclaimed producer Sev Ohanian (Judas and the Black Messiah, Searching) pull back the curtain on the making of Sinners—a film that, by all accounts, wasn’t supposed to happen.

From the very start, the odds were stacked against them. A lightning-fast script turnaround from Ryan Coogler in just two months. A lead role handed to a complete unknown. Swamps, storms, budget constraints, and more than a few doubters. But what emerged from that chaos was a film powered by grit, faith, and the refusal to ask for permission.

In this episode, Miller and Ohanian don’t just talk about making a movie—they break down the mindset it takes to build something when the world tells you it’s not possible. They draw a sharp line between reactive success (waiting for someone to say yes) and proactive success (moving before the doors open). And they speak candidly about imposter syndrome, rejection, and the inner work of turning fear into creative momentum.

Miller says,

“If you believe you can or can't—you’re right,” Miller says, channeling the spirit that made Sinners a reality.

Whether you're in film, music, startups, or simply chasing a dream that feels just out of reach, this episode is a masterclass in resilience, resourcefulness, and self-belief.