Tod “Kip” Williams has signed on to direct the sequel to last year’s viral found footage-style hit, “Paranormal Activity.”  The decision was announced by director Oren Peli on the film’s website.  He wrote:

“I have some awesome news for the fans of Paranormal Activity–director Kip Williams will join us for the next chapter of the story.

We are thrilled to have Kip working with us.  He is the guy we want at the helm, because he knows exactly what we want to deliver to the fans…and I can’t wait to be a part of what he’s putting together.

I don’t want to spoil the story but I promise it’ll surprise you.  Stay tuned.

Oren”

So who is this Kip Williams?  Well he wasn’t the first choice for the gig, that’s for sure.  Kevin Greutert was slated to direct the sequel but had his contract called in by Lionsgate to direct “Saw 3D,” a move many saw as pure strategy on the studio’s part to prevent his involvement in “Paranormal 2.”  Akiva Goldsman, one of the film’s producers was also considered and even Brian De Palma was rumored to be attached at one point.

Greutert is best known for directing the 1999 coming-of-age drama “The Adventures of Sebastian Cole” and the 2004 Jeff Bridges and Kim Basinger vehicle, “The Door in the Floor.”