Original Horror Films 'Obsession' and 'Backrooms' Dominate Discourse Alongside Star Wars at Box Office
On this week's episode of IndieWire's Screen Talk podcast, we take a look at the sensational 'Obsession' and 'Backrooms,' and wrap up Cannes 2026.
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