Specs Sold

CBS Films bought Anthony Jaswinski's thriller spec script "Sleeper Spy" reports Variety.

The story centers around the plot to assassinate a political figure.

Jeff Wadlow ("Never Back Down") is set to direct.

Arnold Kopelson and his partner Anne Kopelson will produce the pic.

And...

Gold Circle Films has picked up actor/writer/former personal trainer Chris Sparling of Buried fame's latest spec called Mercy says The Hollywood Reporter.

The story centres on a family intent on protecting their dying mother, and their individual financial interests, from the violent wrath of a religious sect.

Peter Safran and Paul Brooks will produce the film

Filming kicks off in early 2010.