Curry Barker Directs New Short Film 'Mama Bear'
IndieWire • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Filmmaker Curry Barker has released a new short film, "Mama Bear," on his YouTube channel, sponsored by Microsoft, featuring Jon Lee Richardson and co-stars Katie Sarife, Ericka Kreuz, and Joshua Snyder.
- Barker gained significant recognition after his film "Obsession" was acquired by Focus Features and grossed over $500 million globally in 2025, establishing him as a sought-after director in Hollywood.
- He is currently working on several projects, including a "Texas Chainsaw Massacre" reboot for A24 and an original horror film backed by an eight-figure Universal deal, alongside completing the supernatural comedy "Anything But Ghosts."
- Barker received IndieWire’s inaugural Future of Filmmaking Award, crediting his early experience making independent shorts and audience feedback on his YouTube channel for helping him refine his storytelling and dialogue skills.
