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.
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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.
Meet the Man Who Shared His Death With the World
E1 - 2m 58s
Dr. Aditi Sethi finds Ethan Sisser on social media, and she finds a way to bring him to Asheville.
Ethan Arrives in the Blue Ridge Mountains
E1 - 2m 32s
Dr. Aditi Sethi greets Ethan Sisser at a home nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
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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