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    Mainstream culture hasn't disappeared. It just stopped waiting for Hollywood's permission.
    September 15, 2026
    5 min read
    Sarah Mustard
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    Mainstream culture hasn't disappeared. It just stopped waiting for Hollywood's permission.

    New research from YouTube and NRG reveals creators and memes now rival Hollywood celebrities for cultural influence, while The Backrooms franchise shows how digital lore can build a $394 million box office hit from the bottom up.

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