Gharial Productions has just optioned movie rights to “The Kult.”

The screenplay, adapted from the novel by U.K. author Shaun Jeffrey, went into negotiations in the middle of November between Gharial Productions and Leucrota Press, and has finally come out with a solid contract offer and acceptance.

The project is currently in pre-production planning.

Genre: Horror/Thriller

Screenplay by: Danielle Kaheaku and Robert Hunter

Director Kip Shelton has been a writer, editor, special effects designer, composer, producer, and director for the last thirty years. He has done work for companies such asDreamWorks, MTV, VH-1, Discovery, and countless motion pictures and television projects. With credits from Behind The Music to Amistad, Kip’s experience provides a well rounded foundation for almost any pre-production, production, or post production role.

Shooting is slated for September 2010 and casting calls will be taking place soon.