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YouTube Horror Films Top Box Office

YouTube Horror Films Top Box Office

Two low-budget horror films, 'Backrooms' and 'Obsession,' directed by YouTubers, have surprisingly topped the box office, outperforming a major 'Star Wars' release.

This marks a significant shift in the film industry, demonstrating the power of online creators to draw Gen Z audiences to theaters.

The success of these films highlights a growing trend where digital content creators are transitioning to mainstream cinema.

This phenomenon is prompting traditional studios to reevaluate their strategies for engaging younger audiences.

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YouTube
American video-sharing platform owned by Alphabet Inc.
BACKROOMS
Video game developed by Carlutu
Obsession
Star Trek short story by James Blish
Star Wars
Epic space opera multimedia franchise created by George Lucas
Kane Parsons
British-American filmmaker