The horror films, both from filmmakers with origins on YouTube, could mark the start of a new era.

Backrooms shattered A24's record. Obsession beat Star Wars. Two Sleepy People sold to mk2. Three films from YouTube creators just remade the box office.

The building success of Obsession speaks to the power of strong reviews and stronger word of mouth – and twentysomething YouTube film-makers

The success of “Obsession” and “Backrooms” may mean some studio bosses will place a few more bets on original concepts rather than predictable franchises and sequels.

Two young YouTube filmmakers achieved a historic milestone, surpassing Star Wars in a major box office weekend, signaling a transformative shift in the entertainment industry.

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Record-breaking box office for Backrooms and Obsession has opened the door for twentysomething YouTube creators as the industry rethinks what audiences want

The horror films, both from filmmakers with origins on YouTube, could mark the start of a new era.