Jason Blum Opens Produced By Conference Comparing the Low-Budget Horror Boom to ‘Edgy Movies’ With a ’70s Vibe
Jason Blum and James Wan opened the Produced By conference, highlighting a resurgence in the film industry post-COVID. They noted the success of low-budget horror films like 'Obsession' and 'Backrooms,' which resonate with younger audiences. Blum emphasized that these films are reminiscent of the edgy cinema of the 1970s, attracting viewers back to theaters.
- ▪Jason Blum and James Wan spoke at the Produced By conference about the film industry's recovery.
- ▪Blumhouse-Atomic Monster's films 'Obsession' and 'Backrooms' have seen significant box office success.
- ▪'Obsession' is now the highest-grossing film for Universal's Focus Features specialty label.
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Home Film News May 30, 2026 9:40am PT Jason Blum Opens Produced By Conference Comparing the Low-Budget Horror Boom to ‘Edgy Movies’ With a ’70s Vibe Success of 'Obsession' and 'Backrooms' reflects a fresh wave of talent and Gen Z's embrace of cinemas, Blumhouse-Atomic Monster chief says By Cynthia Littleton Plus Icon Cynthia Littleton Business Editor @Variety_Cynthia Latest LISTEN: ‘The U.S. Against the World’ Director-Producer Rand Getlin Documents the Road to the World Cup: ‘It’s a Coming of Age Story’ 2 days ago Fox Creator Studios Sets Content Production Deal With Comedian Tom Segura’s YMH Studios 2 days ago Showbiz Foils: USA Fencing Courts Hollywood on the Road to the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles 2 days ago See All Mark Von Holden for Variety Producers Jason Blum and James…
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