When Jerry is diagnosed with terminal stomach cancer he decides to take his own life rather then suffer. Asking his best friend Caroline if she would be there with him on his last day, she tentatively agrees. As the reality of the situation settles in, Caroline tries everything in her power to make him change his mind.
IN THE END, written by John James Goldbeck and produced by Natalie Sandy, was an Official Selection at the Nighthawk Cinema Shorts Festival, going on to win the Audience Award for Best Short Film. It is also won the bronze medal for Best Short Fim at the November LA Shorts Festial, and the Award of Commendation at the Canada Shorts Film Festival. IN THE END is the directorial debut for fimmaker John James Goldbeck, as well as Natalie Sandy’s first independently produced project.
Jess Kierson and John James Goldbeck in IN THE END