Sam Raimi of “Evil Dead” and “Spider-Man” fame has announced he is creating a new horror production company called “Spooky Pictures” which will create horror films aimed at families. The first movie that will be filmed is a remake of the 2007 Danish film “The Substitute” where kids at a school believe their substitute teacher is an alien. So far, little is known about the remake other than the main crew members:
Director: Scott Derrickson
Writers: Scott Derrickson and Paul Harris Boardman
Producers: Sam Raimi and Rob Tapert
The first “Spooky Pictures” movie is due for release in 2011. More details on the company and “The Substitute” will be posted when known.