Gravitas Ventures, a Red Arrow Studios company, has acquired the North American distribution rights to the horror-adventure film SHORTCUT.

SHORTCUT follows a group of five classmates trapped inside their school bus after a mysterious creature invades the road. Every passing minute decreases their survival chances against the constant threats of that unknown entity.

The deal was negotiated on behalf of Brett Rogalsky on behalf of Gravitas Ventures and by Monica Ciarli on behalf of Minerva Pictures International.

“Gravitas is thrilled to be able to share with audiences SHORTCUT. This is a film that audiences are sure to be drawn to as it will not only be an exciting theatrical experience, but should also be an iconic entry into the horror genre for years to come.” – Brett Rogalsky, Gravitas Ventures Acquisitions

Directed by Alessio Liguori and written by Daniele Cosci, SHORTCUT stars Jack Kane (Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw), Zak Sutcliffe (Peter and Wendy), Andrei Claude (“Vikings”), Sophie Jane Oliver (“The Dog Ate My Homework”, and Terence Anderson (The King’s Man). The film is produced by Simona Ferri, Marco Tempera, and Robert Cipullo.

SHORTCUT will open nationwide across North America (USA/Canada) at drive-ins and indoor theatres on September 25, 2020, (with Thursday night previews), followed by a VOD & digital release on December 22, 2020.

Gravitas  Ventures, a Red Arrow Studios company, is a leading all rights distributor of independent feature films and documentaries. Founded in 2006, Gravitas connects independent filmmakers and producers with distribution opportunities across the globe. Working with talented directors and producers,  Gravitas  Ventures has distributed thousands of films into over a hundred million homes in North America -over one billion homes worldwide. Recent releases include The Secret: Dare to Dream, directed by Andy Tennant and starring Katie Holmes; End of Sentence starring Logan Lerman and John Hawkes; Looks that Kill; Tread; Loopers: The Caddie’s Long Walk, narrated by Bill Murray; Colin Hanks’ All Things Must Pass; and the upcoming Our Friend starring Casey Affleck, Dakota Johnson, and Jason Segel.