The Journal Ending Explained: What Happened and Why?
Complete breakdown of the climax, final twists, and spoilers for The Journal.
The Journal Ending Explained: "The Journal" is a short comedy that follows a lonely drunk through a wild and hazy night. Directed by Steve Burger, this 2004 story film stars Chuck Ardezzone (Bully), alongside Kevin Diegnan as Cricket, Daiva Deupree as Hot Babe #1, Stacy Rock as Hot Babe #2. With a 9/10 audience rating, the ending has been widely praised.
What Happens at the End of The Journal?
"The Journal" is a short comedy that follows a lonely drunk through a wild and hazy night. Presented with a journal by his friends who wish he'd remember his boozy antics, he is horrified to read the sloppy entries on the painful morning after. Gothic demon women, half-naked swimmers, mimes and tattooed bruisers fight through he fog of his memory, pushing him straight to AA.
Steve Burger's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Chuck Ardezzone (Bully)'s journey. Presented with a journal by his friends who wish he'd remember his boozy antics, he is horrified to read the sloppy entries on the painful morning after.
How Does Chuck Ardezzone (Bully)'s Story End?
- Chuck Ardezzone: Chuck Ardezzone's arc reaches a definitive conclusion by the final act, with Steve Burger delivering a resolution that feels earned after the film's 0h 10m runtime.
- Kevin Diegnan (Cricket): Kevin Diegnan's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
- Daiva Deupree (Hot Babe #1): Daiva Deupree's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.
What Does the Ending of The Journal Mean?
The Journal concludes with Steve Burger reinforcing the story themes established throughout the film. The final moments with Chuck Ardezzone leave a lasting impression — the ending is both a resolution and a statement about the story's central questions.