How Were Backrooms' Found Footage Scenes Shot? - Cinemablend
The viral series is about to haunt the big screen.
www.cinemablend.comHere’s the latest I can provide based on public reporting up to now.
Direct answer
- Kane Parsons, also known as Kane Pixels, has been tied to a high-profile film project for A24 related to The Backrooms, with reporting indicating he would direct a feature adaptation of his Backrooms concept. The project has seen ongoing development and casting chatter across entertainment outlets in 2023–2025, with A24 publicly associated and casting discussions continuing into 2025.[1][2][3]
Context and what’s happened
- Origins: Parsons rose to prominence for his Backrooms-inspired YouTube series, which attracted attention from major producers and studios, culminating in a film deal with A24 announced in the mid-2020s.[2][4]
- Development updates: News coverage over 2023–2025 tracked the project’s progression from announcement to greenlighting and casting rumors, including mentions of Chiwetel Ejiofor and Renate Reinsve potentially joining the cast in various reports, though specifics have shifted over time as negotiations progressed.[3][2]
- Current status as of 2026: While there has been extensive coverage and interest from industry outlets, exact production timelines and confirmed cast details have varied in public reports. For the most precise status, recent trade publications or official studio announcements would be the best source to confirm current development or release date.[3]
Notable sources
- Initial announcement and project scope for The Backrooms movie with A24 and related producers.[2]
- Industry coverage detailing casting rumors and development milestones as the project moved through greenlight processes.[3]
- Biographical and filmography context on Kane Parsons’s involvement and prior work that led to the project.[4]
If you’d like, I can try to pull the very latest trade updates or summarize the most recent announcements from specific outlets (e.g., Deadline, Variety) to provide a precise status and any confirmed cast additions.