About 'On the Count of Three'

'On the Count of Three' is a gripping drama that was first released in 2022 and carries an 'R' rating. It tells the haunting story of two best friends, both disillusioned with life, who make a morbid pact: to end their lives by the end of the day. In this midst of this dark pact, they spend the day revisiting the places and people that have left a significant impact on them, leading to an unforgettable climax that viewers will not predict.

Making / Production

The film was helmed by Jerrod Carmichael in his directorial debut, and penned by Ari Katcher and Ryan Welch. The production offers an unflinching look at mental health, friendship, and the lengths to which desperate people might go. Its innovative narrative and intense performances make the film a remarkable and chilling watch.

Actors

• Jerrod Carmichael: The film’s director also stars as one of the best friends, delivering a haunting performance that showcases vulnerability, despair, and a desperate need for connection.
• Christopher Abbott: Abbott plays the other friend, offering an equally compelling performance mingled with despair and hopeless longing for something more than the life he's living.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This film marks the directorial debut of Jerrod Carmichael, who is more known for his stand-up comedy.
• The film’s background score provides a haunting melody that excellently underscores the drama and heightens the emotional intensity.

Quotes

• “We're not dying today. Which is basically how I've lived every day of my life so far.”
• “This is either the last day of my life or the first day of whatever this is.”

Music, Soundtrack

• The film's soundtrack offers a haunting melody, capturing the emotional intensity of the storyline.
• Characterized by dramatic orchestral arrangements and melancholic piano pieces, the music forms an immersive backdrop to the film's dark themes.