‘Obsession’ Review: Inde Navarrette Solidifies Scream Queen Status In Curry Barker’s Horror Directorial Breakout
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- Curry Barker directs his sophomore feature "Obsession", a horror film where a wish on a cheap novelty toy triggers deadly consequences and serves as a cautionary tale about consent and communication in relationships.
- Inde Navarrette stars as Nikki, delivering a chilling performance that cements her emerging scream‑queen reputation.
- Focus Features/Universal distribute the R‑rated, 1‑hour‑49‑minute film, slated for release on May 15, 2026.
- Focus Features/Universal also launch a fan text line and street‑graffiti campaign featuring Nikki’s handwriting to generate interactive hype.
- Andy Richter appears in a brief two‑minute cameo as the characters’ boss, delivering only a single line.
Why it matters: Curry Barker’s ‘Obsession’ launch gives the director a high‑profile horror breakout and propels star Inde Navarrette toward scream‑queen fame, while Focus Features/Universal leverage interactive texting and graffiti ads to spark fan buzz and drive ticket sales.
