Backrooms director’s dad returns to old Facebook post asking for career help for his son as the movie hits #1 worldwide: ‘Thanks for the help. He figured it out!’
Director Kane Parsons has achieved remarkable success with his feature film debut “Backrooms,” which topped the worldwide box office at just 20 years old. The film, produced by A24, not only claimed the #1 position globally but also tripled the studio’s previous box office record and outperformed the latest Star Wars installment.
The story gains added poignance through a heartfelt social media moment. Four years ago, Parsons’ father Michael posted in a Telltale Games Alumni Facebook group, seeking advice for his then-15-year-old son’s ambitions to become a filmmaker. Recently, Michael returned to that original post with a triumphant update: “Thanks for the help. He figured it out!”
The exchange has resonated widely as a feel-good industry story, showcasing both a young director’s breakthrough success and the power of community support in achieving creative ambitions.