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Horror Film 'Backrooms' Set to Shatter A24 Records
27 May
Summary
- Backrooms horror film targets $45 million opening, possibly exceeding $50 million.
- Film is based on a 2022 viral YouTube short by 16-year-old Kane Parsons.
- The movie explores liminal spaces, a subgenre gaining significant popularity.
The upcoming horror film "Backrooms" is set to redefine box office success for indie distributor A24, with projections indicating an opening weekend of at least $45 million, and a strong possibility of surpassing $50 million. This performance would significantly exceed A24's current record of $25.5 million, achieved by "Civil War" in 2024.
The film's origins trace back to a viral 2022 YouTube short created by then-16-year-old Kane Parsons. This short, based on creepypasta images, popularized the liminal space horror subgenre, characterized by abandoned settings and a sense of entrapment.
Parsons has since developed a mythology around the "Backrooms" concept, building a substantial online following. Now, with a production budget under $10 million, he is bringing his vision to the big screen, signaling a new wave of filmmakers emerging from online platforms.
This trend of internet-native content translating to cinematic success, exemplified by "Backrooms" and "Iron Lung," offers a blueprint for Hollywood to engage younger demographics. The film's anticipated strong opening could significantly impact the box office, potentially outperforming established releases like "The Mandalorian and Grogu."
