Mark Duplass Denies Rumor That Kane Parsons Didn’t Really Direct ‘Backrooms’ at 19: ‘Was 100% in Control’ | Video
Mark Duplass has defended Kane Parsons against rumors questioning his directorial role in the film 'Backrooms.' Duplass stated that Parsons was fully in control during the production, despite being only 19 years old. He emphasized Parsons' preparedness and experience in the project, countering claims of ghost direction from more seasoned filmmakers.
- ▪Mark Duplass defended Kane Parsons against allegations that he didn't direct 'Backrooms.'
- ▪Duplass stated that Parsons was '100% in control' during the film's production.
- ▪The rumors arose due to Parsons being the youngest director at A24, leading to speculation about oversight.
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Home > Creative Content > Movies Mark Duplass Denies Rumor That Kane Parsons Didn’t Really Direct ‘Backrooms’ at 19: ‘Was 100% in Control’ | Video “He didn’t need any of us,” Duplass said in an Instagram video. “He was intensely prepared” Casey Loving May 26, 2026 @ 5:46 PM Share on Social Media Share on Facebook Share on X (formerly Twitter) Share on LinkedIn Share on Email Mark Duplass walks the carpet for "Backrooms" (Lisa O'Connor/AFP via Getty Images) Mark Duplass isn’t happy about allegations that Kane Parsons didn’t actually direct “Backrooms.” “A lot of takes going around right now about whether Kane Parsons, at the tender age of 19, actually directed ‘Backrooms’ or whether it was more ghost directed by one of his more experienced producers,” Duplass said in an Instagram video.
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