Riding the Bullet

Alan Parker's life at the University of Maine takes a somber turn when an unshakeable obsession with death overtakes him. As he struggles with feelings of impending loss, he attempts to take his own life on his birthday, only to be rescued by friends. This near-death experience leads him down a path of self-discovery and reflection as he learns more about life's fragility.When Alan receives news that his mother has suffered a stroke, he decides to embark on a journey by hitchhiking towards the hospital where she lies unconscious. The trip serves as both physical and emotional grounding for Alan, giving him time to process his complex emotions and grapple with his relationship with death. Along the way, he encounters people from various walks of life, each offering different perspectives on existence and mortality.The film explores themes of love, loss, and the human connection in the face of adversity while shedding light on one individual's personal journey through darkness and despair towards understanding and acceptance. A poignant and thought-provoking exploration of life's ephemeral nature, it invites viewers to reflect on their own perspectives and experiences with mortality.