British horror fans are abuzz with excitement as Curry Barker's name becomes synonymous with terrifying tales on the big screen. Fresh from the phenomenal success of his debut feature 'Obsession', this trailblazing filmmaker is now eyeing a leap into the world of feature films, drawing inspiration from some of his most chilling YouTube shorts.
'Obsession', that heart-stopping tale of a wish gone horribly wrong, has shattered records and earned over £213 million worldwide on a modest budget of around £558,800. This is no flash in the pan – it's a full-blown phenomenon that has catapulted Barker to stardom, making him one of Hollywood's hottest new directors.
Barker's journey to feature filmmaking began with his YouTube shorts, which have proven to be nothing short of addictive for horror fans. In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, he revealed plans to adapt some of these most-watched horrors into full-fledged features. High on his list are 'The Chair', a bone-chilling tale that could easily be a horror movie in its own right, and 'Milk And Serial', which tells the disturbing story of a serial killer with a twisted YouTube prank channel – no surprise it's racked up over 10 million views!
But Barker isn't just looking to replicate his shorts on the big screen. He's already mulling over an anthology series based on 'Obsession', where each episode would delve into a different wish that spirals out of control, à la 'The Twilight Zone'. The vision is mind-blowing: hour-long episodes, each one a unique horror tale crafted by Barker or invited collaborators – we can hardly wait to see what this innovative director has in store for us.
With 'Obsession' yet to hit UK streaming platforms and its box office returns still reeling from the impact of global audiences, it's clear that Curry Barker is one name you'll be hearing a lot more about. Prepare yourself for a chilling cinematic universe that promises to send shivers down your spine – Barker's got big plans, and we can't wait to see them come to life!