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Last Days: Missionary's Perilous Journey to Isolated Tribe

10/3/2025

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Story summary

The film Last Days, directed by Justin Lin, premieres October 24, 2025.
It tells the true story of John Allen Chau, a 26-year-old American missionary.
Chau seeks to share his faith with the isolated Sentinelese on North Sentinel Island.
An Indian detective races to prevent contact, protecting Chau and the tribe.
Screenplay is based on Alex Perry's Outside magazine article.

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Story summary

The film Last Days, directed by Justin Lin, premieres October 24, 2025.
It tells the true story of John Allen Chau, a 26-year-old American missionary.
Chau seeks to share his faith with the isolated Sentinelese on North Sentinel Island.
An Indian detective races to prevent contact, protecting Chau and the tribe.
Screenplay is based on Alex Perry's Outside magazine article.