Backrooms
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Marvel star says he "didn't have any thoughts" about Backrooms' "viral nature", was just drawn to its "deep psychological resonance"Actor Chiwetel Ejiofor discussed his involvement in the upcoming Backrooms movie adaptation, stating he was drawn to its deep psychological resonance rather than its viral nature. Director Kane Parsons, who created the original YouTube series, helmed the film, which explores Ejiofor's character's descent into the titular dimension. The film is set to release on May 29.
Backrooms star says she was genuinely "a little concerned" she'd go "insane" while filming in new horror movie's labyrinthian sets: "I wouldn't actually go alone"Actress Renate Reinsve expressed concern about going insane while filming the upcoming horror movie Backrooms, which features a 30,000 square-foot labyrinthine set. Directed by Kane Parsons, the film also stars Chiwetel Ejiofor and explores themes of existentialism, culture, and technology. Backrooms is set to release on May 29.
Backrooms actor Chiwetel Ejiofor was surprised to find out the 30,000 square foot set is the first of its kind: 'I thought that somewhere it had been built before'Actor Chiwetel Ejiofor expressed surprise upon learning that the 30,000 square foot set for the upcoming A24 film Backrooms was the first physical set of its kind. He initially believed similar sets had been constructed before, given the prevalence of Backrooms media online. Director Kane Parsons created the expansive set, which even led to some people getting lost.
"My journey doesn't feel that different from David Fincher or Steven Spielberg's": The new class of horror filmmakers is here, and they're all graduates of YouTubeA new wave of horror filmmakers is emerging from YouTube, leveraging their established fanbases and content creation skills to break into the film industry. Directors like Curry Barker and Kane Parsons, along with Markiplier's adaptation of Iron Lung, demonstrate a successful transition from online platforms to cinematic releases, often with a focus on fast-paced, engaging narratives.
Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch file sizes – Smalland: Survive the Wilds, Call of the Elder Gods, Outbound, Sektori, moreNintendo eShop listings reveal the file sizes for numerous upcoming games on both the Nintendo Switch and the unreleased Nintendo Switch 2. Titles like Smalland: Survive the Wilds and Call of the Elder Gods have different sizes depending on the platform. The article provides a comprehensive list of file sizes for many indie games.
Next Week on Xbox: New Games for May 11 to 15Xbox announces a lineup of new games arriving on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC between May 11 and May 15, with many titles also available on Game Pass. The releases span various genres including survival, puzzle, horror, and action RPGs, with developers like Unknown Worlds Entertainment, Supermassive Games, and BlackMill Games featured.
New A24 horror Backrooms unveils creepy commercial, and you can ring the number for levelled-up scaresA24 has released a new commercial for the upcoming horror film Backrooms, based on director Kane Parsons' viral YouTube series. The film, starring Chiwetel Ejiofor, is set to release on May 29, 2026, and its plot remains a mystery, with a synopsis hinting at a strange doorway appearing in a furniture showroom.- Project Hail Mary, Invincible S4 E5, and March Madness - Shack Central Ep. 4This episode of Shack Central covers trailers for Backrooms and Supergirl, alongside discussions on Project Hail Mary and Invincible S4 E5. The show also touches upon March Madness.
- Into the BlackThe official trailer for the horror game Backrooms has been released. The trailer was shared by user Neutronbeam.
Horror fans have already found nods to the original 4chan post and internet lore in new Backrooms tweets and postersFans have discovered that the marketing for the upcoming horror movie Backrooms, produced by A24, directly references the original 4chan post and internet lore that spawned the phenomenon. Posters and captions for the film incorporate quotes from the initial creepypasta, with further details in the artwork potentially alluding to various interpretations of the Backrooms and the work of director Kane Parsons.