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Video Games' Obsession with 'The Backrooms' Explored
TechnologyThe Guardian19d ago

Video Games' Obsession with 'The Backrooms' Explored

The article delves into why video games are increasingly fascinated with 'The Backrooms,' a horror phenomenon rooted in gaming's discovery of 'noclip' and hidden virtual realms. Developers explain how these liminal spaces became a cultural obsession.

Oddfellows Signs First-Look Deal with Warner Bros.
Culturevarietyhollywood-reporterdeadline1mo ago3 sources

Oddfellows Signs First-Look Deal with Warner Bros.

Chris Ferguson's production company, Oddfellows, known for 'Backrooms' and 'Longlegs', has signed a first-look deal with Warner Bros. Clockwork. This agreement will see them develop new projects with the studio.

Christopher Nolan Defends 'The Odyssey' Casting and Praises Gen Z for Rejecting AI
CultureThe GuardianFox Newsforbes+9national-postvarietyhollywood-reporterindian-expressdeadlineiefimeridairish-independentign+1 more1mo ago12 sources

Christopher Nolan Defends 'The Odyssey' Casting and Praises Gen Z for Rejecting AI

Director Christopher Nolan has dismissed criticism regarding the casting and historical inaccuracies in his film 'The Odyssey,' calling such backlash 'irrelevant.' He also praised Gen Z filmmakers for 'utterly rejecting' AI-generated content, referring to it as 'AI slop.'

Supergirl Box Office Disappointment as Toy Story 5 Dominates
BusinessNYTFox Newsorf+8forbesvarietydeadlinechannel-news-asiacdm-meseeking-alphaignscreen-rant1mo ago11 sources

Supergirl Box Office Disappointment as Toy Story 5 Dominates

The film "Supergirl" opened significantly below expectations at the box office, marking a major disappointment for DC Studios, while "Toy Story 5" continued its strong performance, dominating the weekend.

"Backrooms: No Exit" Film Review
Culturedanas2mo ago

"Backrooms: No Exit" Film Review

This article provides information or a review of the film "Backrooms: No Exit," directed by Kane Parsons and written by Will Sudik and Kane Parsons, a US/Canadian production from 2026.

'Masters of the Universe' Underperforms at Box Office, 'Scary Movie 6' Surprises
CultureFox Newsforbesn1-serbia+6jutarnji-listTimes of Indiahollywood-reporterdeadlineThe Weekscreen-rant2mo ago9 sources

'Masters of the Universe' Underperforms at Box Office, 'Scary Movie 6' Surprises

The film 'Masters of the Universe' earned only a quarter of its budget in its global box office debut, while 'Scary Movie 6' achieved a record-breaking global debut of $55 million. This performance highlights a significant disparity in audience reception and financial success between the two movies.

YouTubers Find Success in Horror Cinema
Technologyla-vanguardia2mo ago

YouTubers Find Success in Horror Cinema

YouTubers like Kane Parsons and Curry Barker are making a significant impact in the horror film genre, directing movies such as 'Backrooms' and 'Obsession'. Their work is attracting a young audience to cinemas, highlighting a growing trend of internet creators transitioning to film.

Neon Boss Praises Success of 'Backrooms' at SXSW London
Culturevarietydeadline2mo ago2 sources

Neon Boss Praises Success of 'Backrooms' at SXSW London

Neon CEO Tom Quinn lauded the success of 'Backrooms' at SXSW London, highlighting its appeal to young audiences and its potential as a cinematic experience. Quinn emphasized that the film demonstrates young people's willingness to disengage from phones for compelling content.

US-Iran Tensions Simmer Amid Conflicting Reports on Nuclear Deal Progress
CultureBBCbloombergNYT+27Al Jazeeraabc-australiaberlingskeDWSCMPNHK WorlddeloThe Independent+19 more2mo ago30 sources

US-Iran Tensions Simmer Amid Conflicting Reports on Nuclear Deal Progress

Tensions between the US and Iran continue to simmer following recent clashes in the Gulf, with conflicting reports emerging regarding potential breakthroughs in nuclear material removal talks. While President Trump claimed negotiations were progressing well, Iran indicated no significant advancements.

'Scary Movie' and 'Backrooms' Lead Weekend Box Office Debuts
Culturevarietynaftemporiki2mo ago2 sources

'Scary Movie' and 'Backrooms' Lead Weekend Box Office Debuts

The films 'Scary Movie' and 'Backrooms' are battling for the top spot at the box office, with 'Scary Movie' projected for a $45 million-plus debut. 'Masters of the Universe' is also targeting a $33 million start, highlighting the phenomenon of 'Backrooms' transitioning from YouTube to Hollywood.

YouTube Horror Series 'Backrooms' Breaks Box Office Records
Technologyle-figaromorgunbladidhotnews+4varietyKorea Heraldchannel-news-asiaJakarta Post2mo ago7 sources

YouTube Horror Series 'Backrooms' Breaks Box Office Records

The horror film 'Backrooms,' based on a popular YouTube series and directed by 20-year-old Kane Parsons, has taken the American box office by storm, breaking multiple records. The movie's unexpected success has also extended to international markets like Korea.

Oscar-Winning Star Wars Editor Marcia Lucas Dies at 80
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Oscar-Winning Star Wars Editor Marcia Lucas Dies at 80

Marcia Lucas, the Oscar-winning editor known for her pivotal work on the original Star Wars trilogy and other New Hollywood films, has died at the age of 80. Her extensive filmography includes 'Return of the Jedi,' 'Taxi Driver,' and 'New York, New York.'

Internet Meme 'The Backrooms' Becomes Major Hollywood Horror Film Success
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Internet Meme 'The Backrooms' Becomes Major Hollywood Horror Film Success

The viral internet meme 'The Backrooms,' known for its eerie liminal spaces, has successfully transitioned into a major Hollywood horror film. The movie has already broken A24 box office records and its director, Kane Parsons, has confirmed plans for a franchise.

The 20 Best Corridors in Film Ranked
CultureThe Guardian2mo ago

The 20 Best Corridors in Film Ranked

Ahead of the release of 'Backrooms,' a new list ranks the 20 most terrifying and inviting hallway scenes in cinema, featuring memorable moments from various films.

'Mandalorian & Grogu' Eyes Record Box Office Opening
Culturevarietydeadline2mo ago2 sources

'Mandalorian & Grogu' Eyes Record Box Office Opening

The film 'Mandalorian & Grogu' is projected to achieve a record-breaking opening for A24, with an estimated $40M-$45M at the box office. The movie has already debuted at number one in the U.K. and Ireland.

Backrooms Movie Review Released
Cultureign2mo ago

Backrooms Movie Review Released

A new review for 'The Backrooms' movie has been published, detailing Chiwetel Ejiofor's journey into a mysterious and terrifying liminal horror world.

Brendan Fraser and Andrew Scott Star in WWII Drama 'Pressure'
Culturele-figarodelfi-ltpolitiken+8varietyhollywood-reporterstraits-timesdeadlinevijesti-mechina-dailyignscreen-rant2mo ago11 sources

Brendan Fraser and Andrew Scott Star in WWII Drama 'Pressure'

The new World War II drama 'Pressure,' starring Brendan Fraser and Andrew Scott, has debuted to stellar reviews. The film focuses on the critical 72 hours before D-Day, exploring how a weather forecast significantly influenced the historic invasion.

'Backrooms' Film Set for Home Release Next Week
Culturedeadlinescreen-rant1mo ago2 sources

'Backrooms' Film Set for Home Release Next Week

The film 'Backrooms' is scheduled for a home release next week, following its record-breaking box office run. Fans will soon be able to watch the highly anticipated movie from their homes.

Best Horror Movies of 2026 Ranked
Culturevariety1mo ago

Best Horror Movies of 2026 Ranked

The year 2026 has already seen a diverse range of horror films, from low-budget hits like 'Backrooms' and 'Obsession' to less-anticipated sequels, with a ranking of the best so far.

Hollywood Embraces YouTube Filmmakers for Box Office Success
Technologycbcde-volkskrantBusiness Insider2mo ago3 sources

Hollywood Embraces YouTube Filmmakers for Box Office Success

Hollywood is increasingly turning to young YouTube filmmakers, recognizing their talent after the success of films like 'Backrooms' and 'Obsession.' This trend suggests a shift in the industry, with studios now looking to provide opportunities and support to online content creators.

YouTube Horror Film 'Backrooms' Achieves Box Office Success, Sequel Planned
CultureFox Newsirozhlasindex-hr+9jutarnji-listTimes of Indiavarietyhollywood-reporterdanasdeadlinevijesti-meign+1 more2mo ago12 sources

YouTube Horror Film 'Backrooms' Achieves Box Office Success, Sequel Planned

The horror film 'Backrooms,' originating from YouTube, has achieved significant box office success, with a sequel already in the works. This highlights a growing trend of YouTubers transitioning into mainstream filmmaking and impacting the industry.

A24's 'Backrooms' Movie Ending Explained
Culturescreen-rant2mo ago

A24's 'Backrooms' Movie Ending Explained

The highly anticipated A24 film 'Backrooms,' an adaptation of the internet phenomenon, has been released, prompting discussions and explanations of its ending and the fate of the character Mary.

Low-Budget Horror Films 'Obsession' and 'Backrooms' Drive Major Box Office Success
Culturevarietyhollywood-reporterdeadline+2ignscreen-rant2mo ago5 sources

Low-Budget Horror Films 'Obsession' and 'Backrooms' Drive Major Box Office Success

The low-budget horror films 'Obsession' and 'Backrooms' have achieved significant box office success globally, with 'Backrooms' debuting strongly in the Korean box office and both films contributing to record-breaking May box office numbers for major theater chains like Cinemark and AMC Theatres.

Culturehollywood-reporter2mo ago

Avan Jogia Wants to Bring You Into His World

When choosing his latest projects, 'Backrooms' and '56 Days,' the actor and filmmaker was specifically seeking out roles that not only immersed him but also the audience. That's exactly what he got.

'The Backrooms' Rotten Tomatoes Score Revealed
Cultureforbesscreen-rant2mo ago2 sources

'The Backrooms' Rotten Tomatoes Score Revealed

The Rotten Tomatoes review score for 'The Backrooms' has been revealed, marking its debut on the popular film and TV review aggregator. This score provides an initial critical reception for the project.

Backrooms Viral Hit Becomes Horror Film Adaptation
Culturetimes-uksvenska-dagbladet2mo ago2 sources

Backrooms Viral Hit Becomes Horror Film Adaptation

The viral internet phenomenon 'Backrooms,' created by a teenage boy, has been adapted into a horror film. Reviews are emerging for the movie, with one Swedish review also discussing a separate drama about a mother's death.

Actors Urge UK to Block Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger
CultureforbesTimes of Indiavariety+2hollywood-reporterign18d ago5 sources

Actors Urge UK to Block Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger

Prominent actors, including Benedict Cumberbatch, Alan Cumming, and Benedict Wong, are urging the UK government to block the proposed Paramount-Warner Bros. merger. They argue the deal is 'dangerous' and threatens to inflict immense harm on the TV and cinema industries.

2026 Box Office Performance Review Released
Culturevariety29d ago

2026 Box Office Performance Review Released

An analysis of the 2026 box office performance highlights a return to pre-pandemic levels, driven by sleeper hits like “Obsession” and “Backrooms” and successful sequels such as “The Super Mario Galaxy Movie.”

Backrooms Extended Cut to Hit Theaters with New Footage
Culturevarietyignscreen-rant1mo ago3 sources

Backrooms Extended Cut to Hit Theaters with New Footage

The popular horror film 'Backrooms' is returning to theaters with an extended cut that includes an additional 15 minutes of 'theatrically exclusive' footage after the credits. This new version aims to offer fans more content from the viral phenomenon.

Cinema's Embrace of Conspiracy Theories
CultureThe Guardian1mo ago

Cinema's Embrace of Conspiracy Theories

A new wave of films, from 'Disclosure Day' to 'Backrooms,' are exploring themes of paranoia, alienation, and mistrust, prompting questions about why cinema is currently drawn to conspiracy theories.

Culturehollywood-reporter2mo ago

Steven Spielberg Offers Advice to Young Directors

Three-time Oscar winner Steven Spielberg shared advice with young directors, including 26-year-old Curry Barker and 20-year-old Kane Parsons, cautioning them not to let success go to their heads.

Culturepublico2mo ago

YouTube-Born Horror Films Find Success in Cinemas

Films by young directors who started on YouTube, such as Obsession and Backrooms, are achieving global box office success, surpassing traditional blockbusters like Star Wars. These films are noted for their fresh approach and contemporary themes.

Horror Film 'Obsession' Becomes Focus Features' Highest-Grossing Movie
Culturehelsingin-sanomatfazindex-hr+4hollywood-reporterdeadlineavgiscreen-rant2mo ago7 sources

Horror Film 'Obsession' Becomes Focus Features' Highest-Grossing Movie

The horror film 'Obsession' has achieved significant commercial success, crossing $200 million globally and becoming Focus Features' highest-grossing movie of all time. This success highlights a trend of horror films achieving high box office returns with relatively low budgets.

Horror Genre's Growing Influence in Hollywood
CultureThe Guardian2mo ago

Horror Genre's Growing Influence in Hollywood

The unprecedented success of horror productions like 'Backrooms' and 'Obsession' marks an exciting period for the genre in Hollywood, elevating its creators to stardom, though some suggest looking beyond horror for cinematic diversity.

Horror Film 'Backrooms' Leads Gen Z Revolution on Big Screen
TechnologyruvDWindex-hr+2jutarnji-listindian-express2mo ago5 sources

Horror Film 'Backrooms' Leads Gen Z Revolution on Big Screen

The horror film 'Backrooms: No Exit,' originating from an internet meme and YouTube content, has become a significant box office success, grossing over $81 million. This success is highlighted as part of a broader Gen Z revolution on the big screen, powered by YouTube content and online obsessions.

Gen Z YouTube Directors Make Impact in Hollywood
TechnologyThe Guardian2mo ago

Gen Z YouTube Directors Make Impact in Hollywood

Gen Z directors who started on YouTube are making a significant impact in Hollywood, with films like "Backrooms" and "Obsession" achieving record-breaking box office success and prompting the industry to re-evaluate audience preferences.

Businessforbesseeking-alpha2mo ago2 sources

A24's 'Backrooms' Dominates Box Office, Influencing PVOD Strategy

A24's film 'Backrooms' opened to a strong $81 million, leading the box office surge and potentially prompting a change in the studio's premium video-on-demand (PVOD) strategy. The movie's theatrical success highlights a shift in film distribution dynamics.

Oscar-Winning Star Wars Editor Marcia Lucas Dies at 80; Finnish Guitarist Esa Pulliainen Also Passes Away
CultureBBCtagesschauforbes+4straits-timesdeadlinescreen-rantmyjoyonline2mo ago7 sources

Oscar-Winning Star Wars Editor Marcia Lucas Dies at 80; Finnish Guitarist Esa Pulliainen Also Passes Away

Marcia Lucas, the Oscar-winning editor renowned for her pivotal work on the Star Wars saga, has died at the age of 80. Tributes have poured in from Lucasfilm and the wider film community, acknowledging her significant contributions to the iconic franchise. Separately, Esa Pulliainen, the influential guitarist of the Finnish band Agents, has also passed away at 69.

Weekly Film Recommendations in Portugal
Cultureobservador2mo ago

Weekly Film Recommendations in Portugal

This week's film recommendations include 'Backrooms-O Labirinto' by Kane Parsons, 'Leibnitz-Crónica de uma Pintura Perdida' by Edgar Reitz, and the Portuguese film 'Pai Nosso-Os Últimos dias de Salazar'.

A24's 'Backrooms' Film Adaptation Receives Critical Acclaim
CultureThe Guardianberlingskevariety+4hollywood-reporterdeadlinenmescreen-rant2mo ago7 sources

A24's 'Backrooms' Film Adaptation Receives Critical Acclaim

The A24 film adaptation of the viral 'Backrooms' meme, directed by Kane Parsons, has garnered positive reviews from critics, praised for its unsettling liminal horror and unique approach to the genre.