The Last Ecstatic Days

The Last Ecstatic Days

Ethan Sisser, a young man with terminal brain cancer, livestreams his final days, drawing thousands into his journey. He dreams of dying in community and without fear. Honoring his wish, his doctor, Aditi Sethi, brings him to the Blue Ridge Mountains, where strangers gather to help him die with grace. The Last Ecstatic Days is a sensory portrait of death, courage, and connection.

The Last Ecstatic Days

55m 11s

Ethan Sisser, a young man with terminal brain cancer, livestreams his final days, drawing thousands into his journey. He dreams of dying in community and without fear. Honoring his wish, his doctor, Aditi Sethi, brings him to the Blue Ridge Mountains,
where strangers gather to help him die with grace. The Last Ecstatic Days is a sensory portrait of death, courage, and connection.

Previews + Extras

  • Trailer: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Trailer

    E1 - 30s

    Ethan Sisser, a young man with terminal brain cancer, livestreams his final days, drawing thousands into his journey. He dreams of dying in community and without fear. Honoring his wish, his doctor, Aditi Sethi, brings him to the Blue Ridge Mountains,
    where strangers gather to help him die with grace. The Last Ecstatic Days is a sensory portrait of death, courage, and connection.

  • Dr. Aditi Sethi Sings to Ethan: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Dr. Aditi Sethi Sings to Ethan

    E1 - 2m 42s

    Dr. Aditi Sethi gathers a community of supporters together to support Ethan as he livestreams his vigil to followers around the world.

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