Hailee Steinfeld, the multi-talented actress known for her roles in Pitch Perfect and True Grit, has shared that her recent experience working with acclaimed director Ryan Coogler on his upcoming project, Sinners, has sparked a new passion within her — the desire to direct.
In a recent interview, Steinfeld revealed that directing has always been an area of interest for her, but her time working alongside Coogler on set pushed that desire into overdrive. “Directing has always been something I’ve been intrigued by,” she confessed. “And you work with someone like Ryan, and it’s impossible not to feel like you have to do that. I’m like, ‘Yeah, there’s no question.’”
Steinfeld’s admiration for Coogler, known for his work on Black Panther and Creed, is evident in her words. However, she admits that even though she’s been inspired to step behind the camera, the thought of directing still leaves her with a bit of hesitation. “But then I think to myself, ‘There’s Ryan Coogler, so why would I?’” she continued, laughing. “I’d just have to call him for everything — to have him do it all.”
Despite the self-doubt, it’s clear that Steinfeld’s experience working with Coogler has left a lasting impression. The opportunity to observe his creative process and leadership style on set has undoubtedly shaped her perspective on filmmaking. And for fans of Steinfeld, this could be the beginning of an exciting new chapter in her career.
While the actress is clearly captivated by the idea of directing, she also humbly acknowledges the immense skill and expertise that seasoned directors like Coogler bring to the table. But her enthusiasm is clear — don’t be surprised if we see Steinfeld stepping behind the camera in the near future.
With her range as an actress and now the potential to direct, Hailee Steinfeld’s star continues to rise in Hollywood, and fans are eager to see what this talented artist will take on next.