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NewsFolio Weekly (Jacksonville alternative weekly)June 24, 2026Duval County

The Rise of Internet-Born Filmmakers in Theaters

Movie theater attendance has reached its highest levels since 2019, driven by both major studio releases and the unexpected success of horror films created by internet-native filmmakers.

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Why It Matters

The shift in film production sources indicates a change in the types of content reaching major cinema distribution, impacting theater programming and industry investment trends.

Key Facts

  • May box office returns reached their highest levels since 2019.
  • Major studio films like 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' and 'Michael' contributed to the increase in theater attendance.
  • Horror films created by internet-raised filmmakers, specifically 'Backrooms' by Kane Parsons and 'Obsession' by Curry Barker, have seen significant industry attention.

Who's Mentioned

organizationFolio Weekly“Publication where the article appeared.”personCurry Barker“Filmmaker of the movie 'Obsession'.”personKane Parsons“Filmmaker of the movie 'Backrooms'.”personHarry Straussman“Author of the article.”