Steven Spielberg Praises ‘Obsession’, ‘Backrooms’ Box Office Success: “I Just Applaud Them”

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Steven Spielberg praised emerging horror filmmakers at a screening of his latest film, Disclosure Day, expressing amazement at the box office success of Obsession and Backrooms. The three-time Oscar winner said he simply applauds the new cohort of filmmakers for their theatrical performance. The comments reflect a broader trend of established Hollywood figures recognizing the commercial viability of horror productions from emerging directors, even as theatrical releases face ongoing challenges from streaming and other entertainment options.