‘Backrooms’: What Critics Are Saying About A24’s Horror Film Directed by 20-Year-Old Kane Parsons
A24's horror film 'Backrooms,' directed by 20-year-old Kane Parsons, is set to release in theaters this Friday. The film has received mixed reviews, with some critics praising its atmosphere while others find it lacking in coherence. Despite the critiques, it is tracking for a significant opening weekend, potentially marking A24's biggest debut yet.
- ▪'Backrooms' is based on Kane Parsons' viral YouTube series.
- ▪The film features a cast that includes Chiwetel Ejiofor and Renate Reinsve.
- ▪As of Wednesday, 'Backrooms' holds an 87 percent score on Rotten Tomatoes.
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From left: director Kane Parsons and Chiwetel Ejiofor, on set of 'Backrooms.' A24 / courtesy Everett Collection Share on Facebook Share on X Google Preferred Share to Flipboard Show additional share options Share on LinkedIn Share on Pinterest Share on Reddit Share on Tumblr Share on Whats App Send an Email Print the Article Post a Comment Logo text May has been a major month for horror fans. Following the breakout success of Focus Features and Blumhouse’s Obsession, A24’s Backrooms is set to hit theaters Friday — and the reviews are now in. The films also share a common thread: both are directed by rising young voices in the genre, with 26-year-old Curry Barker helming Obsession and 20-year-old Kane Parsons directing Backrooms.
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