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‘Backrooms’ and ‘Obsession’ Disrupt the 2026 Summer Box Office

NYT Business Wednesday 17 June 2026, 09:04 UTC By Keith Collins 1 min read
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“Backrooms” and “Obsession,” two breakout horror films from first-time directors in their 20s, have arguably redefined what a summer blockbuster can be.

“Backrooms” and “Obsession,” two breakout horror films from first-time directors in their 20s, have arguably redefined what a summer blockbuster can be.
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