Out for Delivery is a 2025 American short comedy-drama film written and directed by Chelsea Christer.
The film premiered in the U.S. Fiction Short Films category at the Sundance Film Festival on January 24, 2025.
Synopsis The film follows a woman who, following the worsening of her cancer diagnosis, chooses a dignified death option and arranges for her body to be picked up; however, a delay in the package containing her suicide pill causes logistical problems.
Cast Deanna Rooney as Joanna Martin Starr as Mark DeMorge Brown as Joseph John Ross Bowie as Doctor Brian David Gilbert as Pharmacy Recording Cory Shanbom as ShipEx Delivery Driver Dana Swanson as Nurse Ele Woods as ShipEx Customer Service #2
Background Christer and her team planned and arranged the production in the span of nine days.
Critical reception Film Threat gave the short a 9 out of 10, writing that it "works thanks to a tight control of its tone and perfect casting. Its short runtime ensures the story does not overstay its welcome, and it ends in the only way it truly can."
Horror Buzz gave the short a 7 out of 10, stating that it "has a heck of a cast and creative concept. While the short film contains plenty of jokes and entertains, it’s not without its contemplative, dramatic moments. Though the ending feels definitive, I wouldn’t mind watching a feature-length film."
Accolades Year Award Film Festival Recipient Result 2025Short Film Grand Jury PrizeSundance Film Festival Out for DeliveryGrand Jury Award - Narrative ShortSXSW Film Festival
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