When Will It All End

When Will It All End

A Collaborative look at the mental health of Generation Z

2020 · 5 min · Drama, Animation, Science Fiction

"Beginnings are rare and fleeting. All we are left with in life is a long and unavoidable journey to the end. Describe the burdens you carry with you on this journey." I sent the above prompt to friends and colleagues and asked for any artistic response. I received numerous poems, songs, short stories, etc. I took all of the responses and stitched together the verses, stories, and emotions into a narrative following the protagonist through a day in his life. My goal was to give a snapshot of the mental health of those around me and remind everyone that they are not alone in their sadness.

Directed by Bennett Hayes · Written by Bennett Hayes

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