Curry Barker, the writer and director behind the horror film Obsession, is set to release a new short film titled Mama Bear on YouTube on October 29, just in time for Halloween. Barker announced the project on Instagram.
The new short appears to be connected to a Microsoft Windows partnership, but its title suggests a thematic link to Obsession rather than a direct advertisement. Fans of the film may recognize the title's connection to Baron "Bear" Bailey, the protagonist who inherited his grandmother's home. Barker has explored the possibility of delving into Bear's past or his mother's reaction to the film's events.
Barker has previously expressed interest in expanding the Obsession universe. In an interview with Deadline, he discussed the potential for an "Obsession 2" or an anthology series, where each episode would feature a different wish that goes awry. He also mused about directing the pilot episode of such an anthology with the same cinematographer, inviting other filmmakers to contribute their unique perspectives.
Obsession achieved significant commercial and critical success. The film grossed $520 million worldwide on a budget between $600,000 and $750,000. It has also garnered multiple awards and received strong reviews from both critics and audiences.