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YouTube Horror Short 'Open Door' Lands Six-Figure Hollywood Deal

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  • Secures six-figure development deal following viral success of Kevin Cate's three-minute elevator horror short.
  • Amassed over 15 million views across YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok, driving Hollywood interest.
  • Retains original cast Sean Anthony Baker and Mia Matthews, with Cate co-writing the feature script.
  • Targets filming in 2025 and a 2027 release, currently in budgeting phase with no crowdfunding sought.
  • Mirrors the 'Backrooms' trend of YouTube viral horror content transitioning into full studio productions.