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Obsession Director Reveals Surprise New Release Coming This Week

Curry Barker, director of the indie hit Obsession, returns to YouTube with a new short film just in time for Halloween.

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Obsession Director Reveals Surprise New Release Coming This Week

Obsession, the indie horror hit that took the world by storm, is about to return to its YouTube roots with a surprise new release. Director Curry Barker, who gained a massive following through his YouTube shorts, is set to unveil Mama Bear on October 29. This new short film, made in collaboration with Windows, will premiere on the "That's a Bad Idea" YouTube channel.

Mama Bear stars Katie Sarife (Anabelle Comes Home), Jon Lee Richardson, Ericka Kreuz, and Joshua Snyder. While the film's themes are a mystery, the casting suggests a possible doppelgänger character. Given Barker's recent work in comedy and horror, it's likely that the short will continue this trend. With the Halloween season approaching, fans can expect a spine-chilling experience.

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