Mark Petrozzella’s Sci-Fi Novel 'Viiem: The Harvest' Optioned for Media Adaptation by Aethelgard Pictures

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​Mark Petrozzella’s Sci-Fi Novel 'Viiem: The Harvest' Optioned for Media Adaptation by Aethelgard Pictures
​NEW YORK, NY — May 29, 2026 — Author and screenwriter Mark Petrozzella announced today that his hard science fiction novel, Viiem: The Harvest - Book 1: Signal, has been officially optioned for media adaptation by independent production company Aethelgard Pictures. The parties have entered into an 18-month exclusive media option agreement to develop the property for film and television.
​Viiem: The Harvest, which recently launched on Amazon, is an expansive, high-stakes narrative that subverts traditional sci-fi tropes. Rather than focusing on extraterrestrial threats, the story explores a hidden history involving ancient humans native to Earth. The narrative anchors itself in historical enigmas like Giza and Stonehenge, blending epic mythology with meticulous, airtight theoretical science.
​The option agreement opens the door for dedicated development, scripting, and production planning to translate the cinematic scope and rich lore of the Viiem universe into a visual medium.
​"We are incredibly excited to partner with Aethelgard Pictures," said Petrozzella. "From our very first conversation, they completely locked into the core vision of Viiem. They respect the science, they understand the stakes, and they see the massive visual potential of this world. This is exactly the creative team needed to bring these characters to the screen."
​Further details regarding creative attachments, scripting milestones, and production timelines will be made public as development progresses.
​About Mark Petrozzella
Mark Petrozzella is a New York-based author, screenwriter, and producer dedicated to crafting grounded, provocative, and original narratives. Viiem: The Harvest - Book 1: Signal represents the foundational volume in his definitive sci-fi series.
​About Aethelgard Pictures
Aethelgard Pictures is an independent media production company specializing in the development and production of high-concept, narrative-driven properties for global film, television, and digital platforms.
​Media Contact:
Mark Petrozzella
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