‘It Ends’ Director Alex Ullom Reveals the Movie’s Meaning and His Surprising Sequel Plan
Alex Ullom, a recent film school graduate, wrote and directed the 2026 horror film “It Ends,” which follows four college-aged characters who embark on a road trip only to find themselves trapped on an endless road that defies the laws of space and time. Ullom conceived the story during COVID-19 quarantine in 2020 while seeking investors to finance the project. In an unconventional fundraising approach, he conducted investor meetings in virtual reality poker lobbies, networking with potential backers in social VR environments. His efforts proved successful—the script became a feature film that has emerged as one of 2026’s most talked-about horror movies. The article also hints at Ullom’s surprising sequel plans for the franchise. Ullom’s path from film school to celebrated director illustrates both emerging unconventional routes in contemporary filmmaking and the growing significance of virtual spaces in creative networking and professional collaboration.