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By The End of This (The Pilot)

In the heat of Christian persecution in the ancient city of Pergamos, the pilot episode of “By The End of This” sets the stage for a gripping spiritual battle. As the empire’s forces tighten their grip, Antipas, a steadfast believer, refuses to renounce his faith despite mounting pressure. His loyalty to Christ draws the attention of Nicolas, a conflicted former believer, tasked with convincing Antipas to abandon his beliefs. What follows is an intense confrontation where Antipas’ unwavering devotion faces off against Nicolas' persuasive tactics, revealing deep moral and spiritual dilemmas.

Meanwhile, across the Mediterranean, Yohanan (John) receives a divine message from Yeshua (Jesus), instructing him to write to the churches—ushering in the start of a prophetic journey that will change the fate of believers everywhere. Tensions rise as Antipas stands firm, and the shadows of prophecy loom ever closer.

This pilot introduces the central conflict of faith, fear, and divine purpose, leaving viewers on the edge of their seats as the path to Revelation begins to unfold, and granting them clarity.

  • Le'Serone "Poetic Lace" Smith
    Director
  • Le'Serone "Poetic Lace" Smith
    Writer
  • Richard Moore
    Writer
  • Le'Serone "Poetic Lace" Smith
    Producer
  • Leezola Smith
    Producer
  • Tameka Adams
    Production Assistants
  • Adam Qualls
    Production Assistants
  • Rumi Chaudry
    Key Cast
    "Antipas"
  • Adam Qualls
    Key Cast
    "Nicolas"
  • Terrence Green
    Key Cast
    "Yohanan"
  • Le'Serone "Poetic Lace" Smith
    Key Cast
    "Yeshua"
  • Matt Worsham
    Key Cast
    "Marcus"
  • Taylor Qualls
    Key Cast
    "Priscilla"
  • Project Type:
    Short, Other
  • Genres:
    Biography, Drama, Thriller, Christian, Historical Drama
  • Runtime:
    16 minutes 53 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    January 1, 2025
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States, United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    2.35:1
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Le'Serone "Poetic Lace" Smith

Poetic Lace, born Le'Serone Smith, is a young man who God called while he was dealing with homelessness. Far from perfect but striving for perfection, Poetic Lace was born in Compton, California and moved to Jacksonville, Florida after the murder of his dad. Beating the odds of becoming another statistic, Poetic Lace pressed his way to college by using his book smarts and athleticism. This opportunity soon was taken from him after he was accused of a crime he didn't commit. Not allowing life to smother his fight, Poetic Lace conquered this tribulation, and earned both basketball and academic scholarships to Daytona State College. After earning his A.A in Business Management, Poetic Lace then transferred to Florida International University where he soon dropped out of school to fully give himself to the Lord Yeshua (Christ Jesus). Now a full-time man of God, Award Winning Recording Artist, Film Maker, Actor, Poet and President of Yahweh's Kingdom Forever, LLC and Yahweh's Kingdom Forever Church, INC, his goal is to speak life where people cling to death. The focus is to lead people to God through Yeshua Hamashiach (Christ Jesus) using the entertainment industry as a tools.

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Director Statement

This film is going to change the trajectory of some people's lives; and I'm extremely thankful to be apart of those journeys. May God be glorified always!