
Focus Features Acquires Curry Barker's Horror Film 'Obsession' for $14 Million
Focus Features has acquired the horror film 'Obsession' from director Curry Barker for $14 million, following its successful debut at the Toronto Film Festival. The film, which combines elements of horror and romance, tells the story of a hopeless romantic in a Faustian bargain. This acquisition underscores the industry's growing interest in innovative horror narratives and positions Focus Features as a significant player in the genre.

Focus Features Acquires Curry Barker's Horror Film 'Obsession' for $14 Million
Focus Features has acquired the horror film 'Obsession' from director Curry Barker for $14 million, following its successful debut at the Toronto Film Festival. The film, which combines elements of horror and romance, tells the story of a hopeless romantic in a Faustian bargain. This acquisition underscores the industry's growing interest in innovative horror narratives and positions Focus Features as a significant player in the genre.
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