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How It Ends (2018) is a post-apocalyptic action thriller directed by David M. Rosenthal and starring Theo James, Forest Whitaker, Kat Graham, and Grace Dove. The film is set in a near-future world where society collapses due to a mysterious global catastrophe, and it follows a man’s desperate journey to survive and reunite with his pregnant fiancée.

Plot Overview

The movie begins with Will (played by Theo James), a young man in a relationship with Samantha (played by Kat Graham), who is pregnant with their child. Will is visiting her father, Tom (played by Forest Whitaker), in a remote part of the country when an unexplained catastrophe strikes. A series of violent and sudden events unfold, including communication breakdowns, widespread power failures, and devastating explosions across the United States.

As the world around them begins to descend into chaos, Will and Tom embark on a dangerous journey to reach Samantha, who is stuck in a city miles away. Along the way, the two men must navigate a world that is increasingly hostile and unpredictable, facing bandits, harsh environments, and the escalating fear of the unknown disaster that has caused the collapse of society.

Throughout the film, Will’s relationship with Tom is strained, and the tension between the two men, who have differing views on survival and family, plays a key role in the movie’s narrative. The journey is fraught with physical and emotional obstacles, and as they encounter other survivors, they are forced to confront their own fears, insecurities, and desires to protect their loved ones.

Key Cast

• Theo James as Will: A determined man who is trying to reach his fiancée in the midst of a global disaster. Will is brave but increasingly unsure of how to survive in such a harsh and violent new world.
• Forest Whitaker as Tom: Will’s father-in-law, who is initially distrustful of Will but eventually becomes a key ally in their survival journey. Tom is pragmatic and focused on getting to Samantha, but his views on survival differ from Will’s.
• Kat Graham as Samantha: Will’s fiancée, who is stuck in the city after the disaster. Although her screen time is limited, her relationship with Will is central to the plot.
• Grace Dove as Hannah: A resourceful and determined survivor who aids Will and Tom in their journey.
• Kenny Wong as Danny: A character who plays a pivotal role in the story as Will and Tom encounter more survivors along the way.

Themes

1. Survival and Resilience: The film explores the primal instinct to survive, both individually and as a group, as Will and Tom must navigate a world full of danger and uncertainty.
2. Father-Son Relationships: Will’s strained relationship with Tom forms a key emotional thread, as the two men struggle to reconcile their differences and work together for a common goal.
3. Hope and Desperation: Despite the bleak world they are thrust into, the film’s characters hold on to hope, particularly Will’s determination to reach Samantha and protect his future family.
4. Human Nature in Crisis: The film also delves into how people respond when civilization breaks down—some turn to violence and chaos, while others try to retain their humanity and help one another.