Kane Parsons' directorial debut turned out to be one of the most discussed horror films of the year.
On May 27, the first reviews of "Backrooms" were released — the feature debut of Kane Parsons, known for his YouTube channel Kane Pixels with videos inspired by the creepypasta The Backrooms. The film started with 85% approval on Rotten Tomatoes based on 62 reviews and scored 73 out of 100 on Metacritic from 23 reviews.
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Critics especially praised the atmosphere of the film: instead of a linear plot, the film immerses the viewer in a state of anxiety and uncertainty — through liminal spaces masterfully constructed by the director. Special commendation was given to the absence of jump scares and violent scenes: tension is created by other means. Chiwetel Ejiofor's performance was called one of the best in his career; Renate Reinsve also received high praise.Among the drawbacks, reviewers highlighted certain episodes that disrupt the overall pace and overly explain the plot. David Lynch's influence in the film is obvious, however, according to critics, Parsons and screen
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"Backrooms" debuted with 85% on Rotten Tomatoes — a horror film without jump scares captivated critics
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Kane Parsons' directorial debut turned out to be one of the most discussed horror films of the year.