A minimalist horror movie titled It Ends follows four old friends—James, Day, Fisher, and Tyler—on an endless road trip through a forest where no turnoffs or exits exist. The group, which includes three recent college graduates, becomes trapped on a road that never ends, with no need for fuel or sleep. The film, directed by Alexander Ullom, explores their evolving relationships and their attempts to cope with their predicament. The movie, which premiered at SXSW, was later released online and picked up for theatrical distribution by Neon. Despite not achieving the same theatrical success as other films like Obsession or Backrooms, it has drawn comparisons to those works for its exploration of modern existential themes. Ullom, who was 28 when he made the film, described the production as having a cloistered feel, reflecting the impact of the pandemic. The film took over two years to make, with funding coming from various sources including an online poker buddy and a magician. The characters in the film, played by Phinehas Yoon, Akira Jackson, Noah Toth, and Mitchell Cole, are depicted as ordinary young adults, with limited articulation and a focus on their evolving understanding of their situation. The film's narrative is grounded in the characters' experiences, with no external forces like corporations or spirits behind their predicament. The slow pacing and focus on the characters' interactions reflect the themes of modern life, where the concept of an end or a destination is increasingly elusive. Unlike traditional horror films that rely on jump scares or supernatural elements, It Ends uses psychological tension and the slow unraveling of the characters' mental states to build suspense. The film has been praised for its atmospheric visuals and its ability to create a sense of claustrophobia through its setting and narrative structure.