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How Scary Is 'Leviticus'? Here's The Horror Vibes To Expect
Indie horror films have always been a breeding ground for unconventional ideas that push against societal standards. Good horror movies not only terrify the viewer, but also make them think about heavy themes that traditional Hollywood films dare not touch.
The Ending Of ‘Backrooms’, Explained
To say that Backrooms(2026) was highly anticipated would be an understatement. Across the country, theaters were sold out for Kane Parson’s big screen debut as he released a theatrical adaptation of his bizarre and surreal internet horror series. The Backrooms has become synonymous with liminal horror, and audiences clearly wanted to see how surreal and uneasy the Backrooms actually were.
Does 'Backrooms' Set Up A Sequel?
It’s safe to say that after one weekend at the box office, Backrooms(2026) is a huge hit. The film made $118 million at the box office over the course of four days, becoming A24’s biggest original release of all time. It’s helped popularize the concept of liminal horror and has given that term mainstream recognition. Not only that, but as a series that originally debuted on YouTube before making its jump to the big screen, that alone makes it pretty noteworthy.
Star Wars Fans Ranked Their Least-Wanted Solo Movies - And The Results Are Hilarious
Star Wars, as a franchise, is in a weird place. The sequel trilogy concluded nearly a decade ago with Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker(2019), and since then, the franchise has been wildly inconsistent. One day you can have great spin-offs on Disney+ like Andor(2022), and other days you can get The Book of Boba Fett(2021).
What Was Freaky Nikki's Backwards Walk? Obsession's Most Viral Scene, Explained
After only a few weeks, it’s safe to say that Obession(2026) is a smash hit. Not only did it earn over $80 million at the box office on a budget of less than a million, but it’s rightfully earned plenty of critical acclaim too. The film has blown up on social media, whether it’s fans discussing the nature of the One Wish Willow, the mysterious phone call Bear received, and now, Nikki’s unsettling backwards walk.
'Obsession's Telephone Scene, Explained: Where Is Nikki Really?
A man sits in a car and calls up a customer service number. The man seems unnerved, like he’s been through something rough. An agent picks up the phone. The man asks if he can alter a wish that he’s made, to which the agent replies that it isn’t possible. The man on the phone begins to question if what’s happening to him is real, and if “her love” is real.
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