From YouTube to Toronto and from $500 million at the box office to memes: the macabre twist that turned "Obsession" into a phenomenon
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The Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) is currently hosting significant cinematic premieres, including the international debut of the Spanish film 'El ser querido,' directed by Rodrigo Sorogoyen and starring Javier Bardem and Victoria Luengo. The film centers on the complex interpersonal conflict between a father and his daughter.
Simultaneously, the festival serves as a backdrop for the success of 'Obsesión,' a film by Curry Barker. Originally a YouTube project, the production has evolved into a major box office phenomenon, grossing 500 million dollars and garnering significant cultural attention through social media memes and industry interest.
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How the coverage differs
Same story, different emphasis — here's what each outlet chose to lead with.
Infobae (Obsesión coverage)Focuses on the viral, grassroots success of a YouTube-originated film.
Infobae (El ser querido coverage)Highlights the dramatic narrative and star power of a Spanish production.
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