It Ends
Summary
Pop Culture Happy Hour hosts Glenn Whelan and Ayesha Harris, along with guest Jordan Crucchiola, discuss the psychological horror film *It Ends*. The movie follows four recent college graduates trapped on an endless road in a car that never runs out of gas. The hosts analyze the film as a character study and existential metaphor, praising its restrained script, strong performances, and themes of boredom and human resilience. They also explore how the narrative resonates with post-pandemic feelings of liminality and the search for meaning in chaos.
Topics discussed
Intro, sponsor message, and request for reviews
Introduction to the film It Ends and guest Jordan Crucchiola
Character breakdown and initial reactions to the film
Comparisons to The Backrooms and existential dread
Horror tropes, human meaning-making, and Gen Z themes
The challenge of conveying time without physical cues
Performances, dialogue, and avoiding pretentiousness
Sponsor messages from ADT, LinkedIn, and IXL
Rod Serling vibes, weariness, and naturalistic acting
The film as a metaphor for the pandemic experience
Processing trauma, finding meaning, and final recommendations
Credits, production team, and closing sponsor ads
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