Spec Script Deal: “Descendant”

Lotus Entertainment acquires supernatural thriller spec script “Descendant” written by Jeff Buhler. From Deadline:

The plot follows a couple who are overjoyed by the birth of their son. But as he grows older he begins to show signs of genius-level intelligence, which change him in chilling ways, leaving his parents and doctors wondering if his talents are natural or if there is some other force influencing him. “I have always been fascinated by the concept of reincarnation which is a widely held belief for billions of people around the globe,” Buhler said. “Descendant explores this world in a very personal and frightening way that has never been realized on film.”

Buhler is repped by WME and the Gotham Group.

By my count, this is the 15th spec script deal in 2015.

There were 13 spec script deals year-to-date in 2014.