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Backrooms director & Portal superfan Kane Parsons spotted visiting Valve for the second time this year
Backrooms director Kane Parsons was spotted visiting Valve's headquarters for the second time this year, fueling speculation about a potential collaboration, possibly involving the Portal franchise. Parsons has previously expressed his dream of making a Portal movie and has cited the game as a major influence on his work.
Backrooms director posts from Valve's office again, and Portal movie speculation is intensifying
Director Kane Parsons, known for the viral hit "Backrooms," has visited Valve's offices again, fueling intense speculation about a potential "Portal" movie. Parsons has cited "Portal 2" as a major inspiration for his work, and the success of video game adaptations like "Resident Evil" further suggests a "Portal" film could be a lucrative venture.
Backrooms Director Kane Parsons Visits Valve Offices as Portal Movie Rumors Rise
Kane Parsons, director of the Backrooms series, has fueled rumors of a potential Portal movie by posting photos from his visit to Valve's offices. The visit has led to speculation about a film adaptation of the popular video game franchise.
Kane Parsons is standing up for an artist after A24 attempted to copyright strike their Backrooms art
Filmmaker Kane Parsons is intervening after A24 reportedly issued copyright takedown notices for artwork inspired by The Backrooms, a concept that originated online. The company, which recently released its own Backrooms film, is accused of attempting to claim ownership over community-created art that predates their adaptation. Parsons stated he is investigating the matter, emphasizing that the broader Backrooms concept and its lore should not be exclusively owned by the film adaptation.
A24 Is Reportedly Copyright-Striking Backrooms Content It Doesn’t Own
A24 Films LLC is reportedly issuing copyright strikes against creators of Backrooms-inspired content, including artwork and games, even when the work is not directly derived from the A24 film. This has led to issues for independent creators and game developers, with Backrooms director Kane Parsons stating he is investigating the matter. The company's actions have drawn criticism, especially in light of its recent AI research partnership with Google DeepMind.
Big Hollywood studios are fighting over new director on the block Kane Parsons ahead of his Backrooms sequel
Director Kane Parsons, fresh off the success of his feature film debut 'Backrooms,' is reportedly in negotiations for a lucrative first-look deal with A24. However, other major studios like Warner Bros., Universal, and Sony are also vying to sign the young director. The article highlights a trend of original, lower-budget films with new directors outperforming major blockbusters.
Backrooms director says he treated the extended cut like one of his YouTube projects, and edited it on his laptop…
Director Kane Parsons revealed that he edited the extended cut of the horror film Backrooms on his laptop, treating it like a YouTube project. The extended cut, titled 'Everything Must Go Edition,' adds 15 minutes of content and follows the film's significant box office success, earning over $330 million worldwide.
Backrooms director Kane Parsons has visited Valve, and the chances of a Portal movie happening just shot up
Backrooms director Kane Parsons visited Valve headquarters, fueling speculation about a potential Portal movie. Parsons has previously cited the Portal series as a major inspiration for his work, including his directorial debut. The visit has intensified fan discussions and hopes for an official film adaptation.
Review Film: Backrooms (2026)
The film adaptation of Kane Parsons' internet folklore series 'Backrooms' offers a visually striking, atmospheric horror experience, though its narrative struggles with coherence and an ambiguous ending. Despite a convoluted plot, strong performances from Chiwetel Ejiofor and Renate Reinsve, coupled with impressive production design and cinematography, create a chilling and unsettling atmosphere.
Backrooms director's dad returns to old Facebook post asking for career help for his son as the movie hits #1…
The director of the hit film 'The Backrooms,' 20-year-old Kane Parsons, is experiencing significant success as his debut movie tops global box office charts. His father, Michael Parsons, a former Telltale Games employee, had previously sought career advice for his son on a Telltale alumni Facebook group when Kane was 15.
Sinopsis Backrooms, Teror Ruang Tak Berujung
The horror film Backrooms, adapted from a popular YouTube web series by creator Kane Parsons, has achieved a massive debut at the box office, grossing $81 million domestically and $118 million globally. This success marks the biggest opening for an original horror film in A24's history and makes Parsons the youngest director to have a number one film. The movie explores the concept of liminal spaces, with its plot following a man who discovers a mysterious portal to an endless series of rooms.
A prequel to one of the best horror movies of all time has been written, but it doesn't seem like it will ever be…
Director Ari Aster has revealed that he has written a prequel script for his 2018 horror film Hereditary, though he has not yet found the right time to produce it. Aster also discussed his dislike for the term 'elevated horror' and commented on the current renaissance in the horror genre, highlighting the work of emerging filmmakers like Kane Parson and Curry Barker.
Backrooms Cetak Rekor Jadi Film Terlaris A24 di Amerika Utara
The psychological horror film Backrooms has become A24's highest-grossing film in North America, projected to surpass $100 million at the domestic box office. Directed by 20-year-old Kane Parsons, the film originated from popular YouTube Shorts and a creepypasta series, drawing a significant Gen Z audience.
Backrooms director Kane Parsons rejects gen AI in new comments
Filmmaker Kane Parsons, director of The Backrooms, has expressed strong opposition to the use of generative AI in the arts, stating he would remove it entirely if possible. He finds no creative enjoyment in AI tools and highlights existing harmful consequences. Parsons intends to explore AI thematically in his future projects, contrasting with companies like Disney that have considered AI-generated content.
Backrooms Director Eyeing A Portal Movie, But He’s Cautious About Adaptations
Kane Parsons, director of the upcoming film Backrooms, has expressed interest in directing a movie based on Valve's Portal game. While enthusiastic, Parsons is approaching the adaptation with caution, emphasizing the importance of respecting the original work. He also mentioned that the sound design in Backrooms was inspired by Portal, and the game series has been a significant creative influence on him.
Backrooms director Kane Parsons wants to direct a Portal movie
Director Kane Parsons, known for the film Backrooms, has expressed interest in directing a movie based on Valve's video game franchise Portal. Parsons cited Portal as an inspiration for his own work and mentioned his desire to bring the puzzle-platformer to the big screen. However, a Portal film has been in development hell since 2013, with initial announcements made by Gabe Newell and J.J. Abrams.
Backrooms director Kane Parsons is seemingly considering a Portal movie “with a lot of caution and a lot of…
Kane Parsons, the director of the recent horror hit Backrooms, is reportedly exploring the possibility of directing a movie based on Valve's Portal franchise. Parsons expressed interest in the project with caution and curiosity, following his success as the youngest filmmaker to top the U.S. box office.
Director of one of 2026's biggest surprise horror hits slams GenAI: "If I could snap my fingers and make generative AI disappear forever, I probably would"
Kane Parsons, director of the surprise horror hit Backrooms, has expressed strong opposition to generative AI, stating he would eliminate it if possible. While acknowledging potential VFX uses, he finds no creative enjoyment in AI tools and views their prevalence as a symptom of cultural and economic decline, though he is interested in artistically interrogating its iconography in future projects.
Backrooms Cetak Rekor Debut Box Office untuk Horor Orisinal
The psychological horror film Backrooms achieved the biggest debut in history for an original horror movie, earning $81 million domestically and $118 million globally. Directed by the young Kane Parsons, the film's success marks a significant achievement for A24 and Chernin Entertainment, surpassing previous box office records and demonstrating the appeal of liminal spaces and original horror concepts to younger audiences.
Backrooms movie is just a start toward the 'true root of the narrative,' says director: 'I am definitely…
The director of the successful Backrooms movie, Kane Parsons, has stated that the film is just the beginning of exploring the narrative's true roots. Despite the ambiguous ending, Parsons confirmed he has a contract and plans to continue the story, potentially through a sequel or by returning to the original YouTube series that inspired the film.
