From Backrooms to Boards of Canada: your complete entertainment guide to the week ahead
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- Backrooms horror film, produced by A24 and starring Chiwetel Ejiofor, is now released, drawing on the viral internet craze for user‑generated paranormal stories.
- Macca releases new music described as his most affecting songs in years, marking a notable comeback for the legendary artist.
Why it matters: A24 stands to earn box‑office returns as “Backrooms” taps the viral paranormal trend, while Macca’s new tracks drive streaming revenue and revitalize his catalog, giving fans fresh content and boosting music‑platform engagement.
