Evil Dead and Get Out Directors Will Bring Another Internet Horror Sensation to the Big Screen
YouTube horror sensation Portrait of God, a seven-minute short film by director Dylan Clark, is being adapted into a feature-length film by Lionsgate. The original short tells the story of a religious girl who encounters an image of God and must decipher its meaning, opening with the biblical passage “No man shall see Me and live.” This theological premise anchors the narrative’s exploration of faith and the supernatural.
The film adaptation will star Chase Infiniti and marks a significant moment in bringing internet horror content to mainstream cinema. The project has attracted high-profile producers Jordan Peele and Sam Raimi, renowned for their work across the horror and thriller genres. Clark will return to direct the feature version, giving the original creator control over expanding the short’s concept into a full narrative.
The pickup represents growing industry recognition of viral short films as source material for studio productions, particularly within the horror genre where internet content has proven influential. With Peele and Raimi’s involvement, the project combines contemporary horror sensibilities with established filmmaking expertise, positioning Portrait of God as a distinctive entry in the current horror landscape.