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‘The Babadook’ Returns to Theaters for 10th Anniversary

Jennifer Kent's horror classic is being re-released on 500 screens, reflecting its enduring impact on pop culture and the horror genre.

  • The Babadook, originally released in 2014, will return to theaters on September 19 and 22, 2024.
  • The film, directed by Jennifer Kent, follows a single mother and her son as they are tormented by a mysterious entity from a storybook.
  • Kent discussed the film's development, including writing it in Amsterdam and the personal experiences that influenced the story.
  • The Babadook has become a cultural icon, referenced in various TV shows and adopted by the LGBTQ+ community.
  • Kent is currently working on a new supernatural horror series set in 1700s Ireland, exploring Irish folklore.
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