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The first reactions for "The Backrooms" are in following its initial media screenings, and the social media embargo has officially lifted. Produced by James Wan (director of the "Aquaman" series) and Shawn Levy (director of "Deadpool & Wolverine"), the film is generating overwhelmingly positive buzz. Critics are hailing the feature directorial debut of the original short's young creator for masterfully translating its signature claustrophobic atmosphere to the big screen.
Here's what critics are saying online:
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The film is directed by Kane Pixels, the 20-year-old American YouTuber behind the viral "The Backrooms" found-footage shorts, marking his feature directorial debut. He also co-wrote the screenplay with Roberto Patino (a co-writer on "Westworld") and Will Soodik.
The cast includes Cannes Best Actress winner Renate Reinsve ("The Worst Person in the World"), Chiwetel Ejiofor (Mordo in the "Doctor Strange" franchise), and veteran indie filmmaker Mark Duplass. "The Backrooms" is scheduled for a North American theatrical release on May 29.