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Jason Blum and James Wan Discuss Horror Industry Revival
Originally published May 30, 2026
By Cynthia Littleton · Variety
AI-generated summary based on Variety · Aggregated by Filmarian · Human-reviewed and approved on May 30, 2026
Key points
- Jason Blum and James Wan opened the Produced By conference by discussing the film industry's recovery.
- They credited the success of recent horror films for the genre's current momentum.
- Blumhouse-Atomic Monster is highlighted as a key player in the low-budget horror revival.
- The producers compared the current trend to edgy 1970s-style movies.
Jason Blum and James Wan kicked off the Produced By conference by highlighting the resurgence of the film industry following the post-COVID slowdown. They expressed optimism as their joint venture, Blumhouse-Atomic Monster, capitalizes on the success of recent box office hits. The producers emphasized the current momentum in the low-budget horror genre, noting its appeal and relevance in today's market.
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