Curry Barker has released Mama Bear, a new horror short film distributed through the That’s a Bad Idea YouTube channel, which he co-runs with creative partner Cooper Tomlinson. The five-minute film was written, directed and edited by Barker and sponsored by Windows. It stars Jon Lee Richardson as Floyd, a man whose day deteriorates after receiving disturbing phone calls, leading to the discovery that he is not the only version of himself. The supporting cast includes Katie Sarife as Lacey, Ericka Kreuz as Ms. Wilson, and Joshua Snyder as Floyd’s doppelgänger.
The short reunited Barker with several members of his feature film crew, including production designer Vivian Gray and costume designer Blair James. According to James, the production was completed on an accelerated timeline, with filming occurring approximately three and a half weeks prior to release. The film’s visual style and thematic elements reflect elements from Barker’s feature film Obsession, particularly in its depiction of shadowy figures and its tragic conclusion.
The release represents Barker’s return to the short-form horror content that initially established him as a filmmaker. Prior to transitioning to feature films, Barker released several shorts on YouTube, including The Chair, which attracted the attention of producer James Harris and contributed to Barker’s move into feature-length projects. This release occurs as Obsession continues to perform commercially, having grossed over $500 million worldwide since its release earlier this year and receiving recognition during awards season.
Barker’s upcoming feature film Anything But Ghosts is scheduled for theatrical release in May 2027 through Blumhouse-Atomic Monster and Spooky Pictures, with Barker directing, editing and co-writing alongside Cooper Tomlinson.
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