Spike Lee isn’t just one of the most beloved directors of all time, he's also a true fan of cinema. The filmmaker has been emphatic in his praise of his mentors as well as the great work new artists are doing within the medium. He recently expressed his praise for Ryan Coogler’s box office hit, Sinners , and recalled being able to see the film early with Coogler and his wife, Zinzi. Lee spoke fondly about the experience while also explaining exactly how he reacted amid the screening.

The Malcolm X helmer was a guest on The Bill Simmons Podcast , where he talked to the titular host about his 2025 film release with Denzel Washington , Highest 2 Lowest . Simmons and Lee's conversation included a mixture of movie and sports-related topics, given the latter's love for the New

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