'Obsession' director reunites with Universal for new horror film
What's the story
Curry Barker, the director of the hit horror film Obsession, is set to write, direct, and produce his third feature for Universal Film Group and Blumhouse-Atomic Monster. The news comes after Obsession's impressive box office performance and ahead of his upcoming supernatural project, Anything But Ghosts. The latter stars Barker, Aaron Paul, Bryce Dallas Howard, and Violet McGraw.
Film details
'This film is something I've been excited to make...'
While specific plot details are still under wraps, the upcoming film will be based on an original idea pitched by Barker. Expressing his excitement, Barker said, "This film is something I've been excited to make for a while, and I'm thrilled to be re-teaming with Blumhouse Atomic Monster and Universal Film Group for it." "They've built the kind of home for bold, original storytelling that every filmmaker dreams of." Notably, Obsession was also backed by Blumhouse Productions and Universal Pictures.
Industry recognition
Statements from Universal and Blumhouse's heads
NBCUniversal Entertainment Chairman Donna Langley lauded Barker's "exceptional ability to tap into the cultural zeitgeist." She added that his talent is "redefining what's possible" in filmmaking. Meanwhile, Blumhouse Atomic Monster's James Wan and Jason Blum expressed their pride in working with Barker and putting his project in front of fans who appreciate his work. The film will be produced by Roy Lee and Steven Schneider's Spooky Pictures and Adam Hendricks and Greg Gilreath's Divide/Conquer.