Dressed to Sequel

When you think of logical choices to direct the sequel to our generation's (if you were born in the 2000s) Blair Witch Project, does the name Brian De Palma shoot to the top of that list? It does not? Well then maybe you need a psychiatrist, because that's exactly who Paramount is wooing for the sure-to-not-be-a-phenomenon Paranormal Activity 2: Even YouTubier. Also on the short list: Transsiberian director Brad Anderson and Australian horror director Greg McLean. But make no mistake -- it's De Palma has that has tongues wagging, and the delirious prospect of a young couple being stalked by a demon who takes the form of Michael Caine in a lady wig. It's going to be something, friends. [LAT]