"Fjord" and the myth of objectivity Inspired by real events, the Cannes winner walks a thin line between justice and propaganda Salon · Sep 19
BFI London Film Festival 2026: Eight must-watch movies as star-studded programme drops All the highlights as BFI London Film Festival unveils full line-up for this year’s movie bonanza Evening Standard · Sep 2
Still waters run deep: why Palme d'or winner 'Fjord' questions our certainties An isolated village in Norway sees its peaceful veneer upset by the arrival of a new family in Fjord, the Palme d'Or-winning film released in French cinemas this week. Inspired by real-life cases, Romanian director Cristian Mungiu explores questions of domestic violence, religion, culture and tolerance through a story that… Radio France Internationale · Aug 22
Backrooms extended cut releasing in theaters soon, with 15 minutes of "extra content" after the credits Backrooms is heading back to the big screen before it's even finished its theatrical run Total Film · Jun 29
From YouTube to box office history: The Gen Z director rewriting the rules of cinema On this week's film show, critic Emma Jones joins Eve Jackson to review the latest cinema releases. They discuss "Backrooms", the record-breaking horror hit from 20-year-old director Kane Parsons, now the youngest filmmaker ever to top the US box office. Starring Chiwetel Ejiofor and Renate Reinsve, the film is shaking… France 24 · Jun 17
‘Backrooms’: Internet ‘creepypasta’ is year’s most unsettling horror film The innovative studio A24 has not disappointed again. Kane Parsons’ Backrooms (2026) might be one of the most unique horror films we have seen lately. Based on a 2019 creepypasta (horror Internet myth), it frightens viewers not with jump scares but with a continuous eerie liminal atmosphere, where something deeply… Bangkok Post · Jun 12
'Backrooms', based on YouTube horror series, breaks box office records LOS ANGELES (UNITED STATES) - A24's "Backrooms," the big screen adaptation of a viral YouTube horror series, smashed several box office records with an $81.5 million North American debut, US media reported Sunday. Bangkok Post · Jun 1
From Backrooms to Paul McCartney: your complete entertainment guide to the week ahead A horror film takes on the internet craze for user-generated paranormal tales, and Macca returns with his most affecting songs in years The Guardian - UK · May 30
Backrooms Ending Explained: Who Is Phil And Does It Set Up A Franchise? Once you're in, you're in. Cinemablend · May 29
‘Backrooms’ review: This YouTube horror movie is ‘Blair Witch’ meets ’Cabin in the Woods’ in the best possible way "Backrooms" is a gripping psychological YouTube horror movie that will have you audibly gasp in the theater, guaranteed. Tom’s Guide · May 29
Palme d’Or winner Cristian Mungiu on the film that conquered Cannes Nearly 20 years after his first Palme d’Or, Romanian auteur Cristian Mungiu once again takes the festival's top prize for “Fjord” – a film exploring the tensions between religious conservatism and social liberalism. It stars “Marvel” actor Sebastian Stan and Norwegian actress Renate Reinsve as parents accused of domestic abuse.… France 24 · May 29
The internet horror phenomenon that can't quite find the door YouTube horror hits the big screen and loses its way. The Canberra Times · May 28
What You Need To Know About 'Backrooms,' According To Its Director The new A24 horror movie 'Backrooms' comes with extensive lore attached. How much do you need to know going in? Inverse · May 28
Meet Kane Parsons, the 20-year-old behind the year’s scariest movie. Yes, we said 20 INTERVIEW: The sci-fi enthusiast was still in high school making VFX videos at his family kitchen table when A24 tapped him for their next internet-fuelled horror film, making him their youngest ever director. Annabel Nugent speaks to Kane Parsons, still only 20, about his transition to the big screen The Independent UK · May 28
Evening Standard · May 27 Backrooms review: Kane Parsons' puzzling panic rooms are this year’s freakiest show 4/5 Chiwetel Ejiofor and Renate Reinsve enter a maze of discombobulating horror in 20-year-old Kane Parsons’ adaptation of his YouTube series
Cinemablend · May 27 I’ve Never Seen A Movie Like Backrooms. See Some Critics Try To Review It Explaining this movie is probably harder than anything I've done in this biz.
Total Film · May 27 Backrooms star debunks bizarre rumor the new horror movie from 20-year-old director was "ghost directed" by its more well-known producers Mark Duplass has defended Backrooms director Kane Parsons
The Independent UK · May 27 Backrooms review – This 4chan-inspired internet horror will define a new generation of filmmakers 4/5 Chiwetel Ejiofor and Renate Reinsve star in 20-year-old filmmaker Kane Parsons’s eerie, fascinating exploration of liminal spaces
Total Film · May 25 Marvel star says he "didn't have any thoughts" about Backrooms' "viral nature", was just drawn to its "deep psychological resonance" Exclusive: Chiwetel Ejiofor explains why he didn't feel any pressure to live up to Backrooms fans' expectations with the movie
Cinemablend · May 25 How Were Backrooms' Found Footage Scenes Shot? Director Kane Parsons Explains How It Compares To His YouTube Series The viral series is about to haunt the big screen.
Total Film · May 25 Backrooms star says she was genuinely "a little concerned" she'd go "insane" while filming in new horror movie's labyrinthian sets: "I wouldn't actually go alone" Exclusive: Renate Reinsve talks Backrooms' "scary, eerie" set and how her palpable fear during production was "good for the character"
Marie Claire · May 24 Renate Reinsve Flaunts the Cannes Dress Code in a Very Naked Louis Vuitton Gown and Sequin Pants Rules are made to be broken.
France 24 · May 23 'Fjord' starring Sebastian Stan wins the Palme d’Or at 2026 Cannes Film Festival Romanian director Cristian Mungiu has won the Palme d’Or for 'Fjord', a tense family drama starring Sebastian Stan and Renate Reinsve. In FRANCE 24’s special Cannes awards programme, Eve Jackson and critic Emma Jones break down all the major winners from the closing ceremony – from the Grand Prix for…
The Guardian - UK · May 23 Cristian Mungiu wins second Palme d’Or at Cannes for child abuse drama Fjord English-language debut by Romanian director who triumphed in 2007 with 4 Months, 3 Weeks and 2 Days takes top prize
The Independent UK · May 23 Cristian Mungiu wins his second Palme d’Or for Norway-set drama Fjord The film captivated audiences with its engrossing narrative exploring political polarization