The independent film projects involving A24, Focus Features, and director Curry Barker have culminated in a major commercial and critical success.
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The independent film projects involving A24, Focus Features, and director Curry Barker have culminated in a major commercial and critical success.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Peacock acquired a film from Focus Features, which was directed by someone and is now set to star in an A24 reboot.Sub-event
- The director successfully produced a microbudget thriller, marking a successful outcome for the collaboration with Focus Features.Sub-event
A24, Focus Features, and director Curry Barker celebrate the successful outcome of their independent film ventures.1 source
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Curry Barker agreed to direct A24's Texas Chainsaw Massacre, while Focus Features picked up Obsession from Barker. A24 is also utilizing Kane Parsons for upcoming projects.Also in this story
- Focus Features acquired the film directed by Barker.
- A24 coordinates with Polygon for promotional releases, utilizing director Kane Parsons for the project.
- Curry Barker and Jordan Peele gained inspiration from genre pioneers on May 28, 2026.
The entities involved
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A24
American independent entertainment company
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Focus Features
art house films division of NBCUniversal
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Curry Barker
American director
Related events
- Director Curry Barker secured new roles, including directing an A24 reboot and working with Focus Features and Apple TV.
- A24 achieved successful independent market presence in genre cinema.
- A24 and Focus Features are benefiting from the recovering global cinema market, with 'Backrooms' and 'Obsession' achieving successful openings.
- Hollywood is acquiring independent films at market.
- A24 is releasing films in partnership with studios, including Pixar.