Rising Sun Pictures Celebrates Sinners Receiving an Academy Award® Nomination for Best Visual Effects

Rising Sun Pictures is proud to celebrate Sinners receiving an Academy Award® nomination for Best Visual Effects at the 98th Academy Awards®, recognising the film among the year’s most outstanding achievements in visual effects.

This milestone carries special significance for the studio, with Guido Wolter representing Rising Sun Pictures throughout the Academy Awards process, including the Visual Effects Bake-Off screenings in Los Angeles. Guido’s role in representing RSP at this level highlights his exceptional contribution to the film and marks a major moment for the studio, reflecting both the strength of its talent and its growing presence on the global awards stage.

“This recognition belongs to the entire Rising Sun Pictures team, past and present. Sinners came together through shared trust, close collaboration, a genuine care for the story, and a deep commitment to craft. It’s an incredible privilege to see that collective work acknowledged.” — Guido Wolter, Rising Sun Pictures

Rising Sun Pictures congratulates Michael Ralla, James Alexander, Espen Nordahl, and Donnie Dean, alongside the talented team at Warner Bros. Discovery, whose creative leadership helped bring Sinners to life and guide it to this prestigious recognition.

James Alexander, Espen Nordahl, Michael Ralla, Donnie Dean, Guido Wolter At The 98th Academy Awards® Visual Effects Bake‑Off.

The 98th Academy Awards® ceremony will take place on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at the Dolby® Theatre at Ovation Hollywood in Los Angeles. The ceremony will air live on ABC and stream on Hulu, beginning at 10:30 a.m. ACDT on Monday, March 16, 2026 (7:00 p.m. ET / 4:00 p.m. PT).

Congratulations to Guido and all artists involved on this remarkable achievement as we look forward to celebrating excellence in visual effects on Hollywood’s biggest stage.