Endless yellow corridors started as an internet meme - now it's a Hollywood horror film

The 'Backrooms,' an internet horror meme featuring endless, unsettling office corridors, has been adapted into a feature film by studio A24. The project is directed by Kane Parsons, who gained fame for his viral YouTube series based on the concept.
Why it matters
This transition marks a growing trend of internet-native content and independent creators moving into mainstream Hollywood production.
Backrooms: Kane Parsons' YouTube liminal space enters Hollywood
The article is a straightforward cultural report on film industry trends.
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