ABOUT THE FILM
Passing Through is a feature-length documentary film that explores death and dying through the transformative story of Michelle Wulfesteig, a two-time stroke survivor whose near-death experience became a divine calling to serve those at the end of life. Through Michelle’s work in hospice care, and the work of the Crestone End of Life Project - a non-profit operating the only legal, public funeral pyre in the U.S. - the film reveals how accepting death allows us to live more fully, with courage, compassion, and purpose.
Designed for theatrical release, global distribution via a major streaming platform, and hosted educational screenings with the filmmaking team, this film aims to reach a wide audience with a bold and timely message: embracing mortality is essential to living fully.
Production began in 2022 and will wrap in 2027. By the end of that year, we’ll complete post-production and submit to major film festivals, with plans for a theatrical release, distribution on a major streaming platform, and a screening and awareness tour hosted by interested organizations and communities.
To bring this vision to life, we’re inviting supporters like you to join our journey. Your donation directly supports our ability to finish filming, complete post-production, and secure the distribution opportunities this story deserves.
We are currently seeking and offering:
Tax deductible donations via our 501 (c)(3) fiscal sponsor
Social impact investors aligned with meaningful, widely distributed storytelling
Executive Producer opportunities for major contributors
PRODUCTION STATUS & ENGAGEMENT
THE FILMMAKERS
Brett Nicoletti | Director
Josh Julian | Producer
Katherine Smith-Tran | Producer
Adam Asdel | DOP
“People put so much value on longevity of life. But from the minute you’re born, you’re already moving towards your death. and so, we’re all dying.”
MICHELLE WULFESTEIG | Executive Director, Southern California Hospice Foundation