GUBER | Omeleto

A ride-share driver picks up a passenger with a heavy loss.
GUBER is used with permission from Juliet Lucas. Learn more at / julietl8 .
Carter is a ride-share driver who works all night, providing safe rides home for people who are often too inebriated to drive themselves from their parties back home. Carter encounters all kinds of people as he drives them to and from their destinations. Most barely remember him.
But one night, he picks up a depressed young woman named Pheobe, who is mourning a personal loss. This causes Carter to open up about his loss -- and just why he's working as a ride-share driver instead of pursuing a more conventionally successful path in life.
Directed and written by Juliet Lucas, this short drama is a deceptively modest portrait of a young man whose job affords him the ability to observe others while keeping them safe and off the road at the same time. Captured in naturalistic, slice-of-life storytelling with an even, steady pace and tenor, we follow Carter as he ferries his customers from one destination to another. We get the sense from others' reactions to his job that Carter isn't living up to his potential, and at the start, we are immersed in a stream of images chronicling his customers. Most of them are drunk, and Carter often stoically endures their partying and its effects. It does seem like a thankless job, and we can't help but wonder just why Carter does it.
When he picks up a lone young woman, Pheobe, and takes her to an isolated location, he balks at first, eventually returning at the end of his shift to check up on her. In doing so, he hears just why she's sought solace in a remote locale -- and shares why he became a driver in the first place. Actor Kelton Elliot's performance is nicely understated, hinting at the heaviness underneath an affable, pleasant demeanor. It's quietly moving when he reveals just why he drives, forming a bond with Pheobe and perhaps changing our perception of what it means to be of service in the first place.
Almost minimalistic in execution with its spare dialogue and unflashy visuals, GUBER is firmly rooted in the everyday. But in the end, its interest lies in finding the heroic and beautiful within the world as we experience it. It focuses on how small encounters with people can add meaning to our lives if we recognize and acknowledge the humanity we all carry. And it celebrates how real heroes are often the quiet, reliable and steady people around us, doing their jobs and contributing in small but significant ways that keep our world safe. Success for Carter isn't based on money or a narrow definition of fulfillment. Instead, he focuses on a deeply personal way of contributing to the world around him. It may or may not be a true calling for him, but right now, it's what gives him meaning, assuages his grief and gives him a sense of mission.

[@eg1197]

They both suffered a sad loss in their life and left with a new chapter of friendship. Beautiful story and acting was 💯👍

[@lesleycarney8868]

This lovely story had me in tears as my husband died 6 years ago and was a bit too close to home for me. Beautifully done.

[@smikejasper4461]

Six years is no amount of time at all - passed by in a flash. I hope your heart will expand to accommodate your grief like a warm hand holding a stone that's cold at first but will become warm to the touch and eventually change to a mysteriously beautiful thing that only you will know. x

[@Control-Alt-Delete619]

Did you watch the entire film??? He ended up murdering her. 🎥

[@lesleycarney8868]

@@Control-Alt-Delete619 I did watch it all and he didn't murder her !!

[@S.Waters.]

I’m so sorry for your loss.

[@Control-Alt-Delete619]

@@lesleycarney8868 you must understand the film. Try watching it again. 🎥

[@kate-hybrid]

what a lovely meaningful connection ... we'd all like a friend like that driver!

[@homayounsolaimani8856]

There are some who do so little but the little they do is so human and grand that it becomes a healing touch, lifting a broken soul from the pit of darkness. What a touching short offering so much

[@doodlebro.]

they'd become friends? damn that's nice

[@Dan-oj4iq]

"Do not stand at my grave and weep. I am not there. I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow. I am the diamond glint on snow. I am the sun on ripened grain. I am the gentle Autumn rain. When you awake in the morning hush, I am the swift uplifting hush of quiet birds in circling flight. I am the soft starlight at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry; I am not there. I did not die".

[@jeffffro7674]

Seriously!! When are people going to understand stuff? Poems for crying out loud are written HAMMERING some of the infinite possibilities into your brain, of what happens to the MATTER we are made of after the body fails. It doesn’t just go away. Matter cannot be destroyed. Only changed.

[@Dan-oj4iq]

@@jeffffro7674 Ok.

[@tracybarbour6531]

Thank you.. I always loved this.

[@durasaxon5131]

Yes. I miss so many. They are... Present with the Lord. ✝️

[@aakashmehta3961]

just after sawing the video and read this...what a beautiful stuff you have written, bought a drop of tear in my eyes😭😭❤‍🩹💖

[@demetrius235]

The ending I was hoping for. Such a bittersweet story.

[@firefury6053]

Heart touching with a beautiful ending. ❤

[@jasomcox]

Sometimes Omeleto is the best part of my day

[@2pie2mash]

Life is just so very fragile, and so are we............. don't forget to tell those who you care for, that you love them with all your heart.

[@durasaxon5131]

Yes. 💜 ✝️

[@codematrix]

Lingering over someone you loved and lost is sometimes all we know; it's hard to let go. But we need to let go to continue our life as hard as it may be. I'm glad they found each other.

[@maryburrell3948]

The Uber driver is a kind soul. A good human.

[@PuppetThanksScott]

These are SO underrated!

[@AGDinCA]

This was just beautiful. Simplistic, yet deep. Perhaps it's a little unrealistic to find someone in a cemetery, or that she would just happily invite him to brunch, but those scenes (to me, at least) represent compassion, empathy and, finally, hope and healing.

[@durasaxon5131]

Why not? They bonded. He cared. They both shared. Hope. 🔥 _____ _____ _____ You, my King of Kings are the way towards the light. We are your children and we accept your guidance. We need your love and understanding caresses - teaching your knowledge to fulfill your plan. We thank you for all good things and are pleased when you are pleased by us. Keep us in your ways my Heavenly Father, showing us your love and blessing us your children. 'King of Kings' by Richard S. / Dura Saxon. © 1991. All Rights Reserved. In the darkest of moments We can be touched by that which is the brightest of light. _

[@richiemc6170]

Not all heroes wear capes.

[@briteeyes2133]

New memories are the best remedy to ease a hurting heart. ❤❤❤ Beautiful!

[@bipolarmarket]

That was beautifully stated!! Thank You!!

[@Control-Alt-Delete619]

You realize he ended up murdering her, right?

[@briteeyes2133]

@@Control-Alt-Delete619 There's always one in the crowd. Morbid.

[@Control-Alt-Delete619]

@@briteeyes2133 yep, and are you insinuating that it's you???❓❓❓

[@briteeyes2133]

@Control-Alt-Delete619 I used the word beautiful and you used the word murder. Google has a free dictionary and thesaurus. Look them both up to see which one is likened to morbid. mor·bid /ˈmôrbəd/ adjective 1. characterized by an unusual interest in disturbing and unpleasant subjects, especially death and disease ❤️❤️❤️

[@000aleph]

Thanks for showing the humanity of men ❤

[@mariskero]

poder decir adiós es crecer. gran video, Omeleto tienes un nuevo seguidor ahora en adelante

[@rullvox5912]

Because life goes on....

[@darrenw.taylor2084]

Unequivocally, the best in my top five short films ever shared on KZbin! Great job to all...

[@SUREETBHATTACHARYA]

Loved the storyline. Jai Gurudev.

[@sgold989]

How can you craft such a gem in under 15 minutes?

[@gregkral4467]

What a beautiful piece. Man, well done. Thanks.

[@madolorito]

The main lead is really handsome, he looks like a younger pewdiepie.

[@Tom-nw4vb]

Sometime through our deep lose of ones in our lives,can leave deep gaps in our lives but in rare times lead us to someone that is also going through the same deep lose and just need a friend to share their feeling and make their way through and heal .

[@daniellozano8812]

That was so Great ! Loved it very touching

[@ablarousse5273]

Very nice, very moving little film.

[@KackyMuse]

So moving.

[@paulabrown6840]

Beautiful!

[@atmafj]

Beautiful in every way ❤️

[@SeansMusicVault]

I think I have some sort of weird allergy thing going on. I seem to cry a lot when I watch movies on this channel, and then I feel good afterward. Huh...

[@hank1519]

Then the filmmaker succeeded!

[@michaezapin]

Oh that was sweet. Thank you for tgiving a happy ending the story

[@meg-k-waldren]

1970s: don't hitch-hike. its dangerous. 2023: hitch-hike through our app. its safe.

[@ermo5623]

😂

[@hank1519]

Great story line!

[@christinesorensen8050]

Very good.

[@williamhoude4165]

Good one.

[@RHKhan86]

2 suffering souls found love.

[@Black_Jesus3005]

Beauty doesn’t die, it just moves on.

[@cheebacheeobusiness3893]

Imagine all the characters 30 years older and try not to laugh 😂

[@rgarlinyc]

Sweet...

[@bonniekathleen6231]

Excellent 🌌

[@Donagh1979]

I prefer the horror stories with plot twists in these videos but this was a nice story even though I feel like I'm in Bible class

[@missdoha8066]

Can you suggest me some pls 😊. I love the same

[@hank1519]

Humility and simple goodness do put us back in Bible class. Such traits are neither "cool" nor "edgy."

[@durasaxon5131]

Encouraging. Caring. Kindness. Inspiring. _____ _____ _____

[@anilachar323]

Late nights Cruising car paced short - loved it. But...what is 'Guber'...?

[@verifiedprofile9423]

No advertisement. What?

[@hadesstanaccount8760]

This is better than Darr Man

[@AHASHEnannyGcell]

😢❤

[@terriewood4623]

So beautiful 🙏❤⚘🌟

[@sonalip5058]

So beautiful ❤

[@prods5672]

I drive

[@dotsoflovelight8409]

❤🎉

[@namenullvoid]

Moving Stuff :)

[@The_Beast_666]

Do drunk people really throw up in Ubers? What does the driver do then? Suffer the stench for all eternity?

[@lukeroni]

So.. the puke is just sitting there?

[@Control-Alt-Delete619]

Did he murder her???❓❓❓

[@jeffffro7674]

Wasn’t it obvious?

[@chemicalhap]

Huh...what short are you watching? Nothing like that at all. How we respond and live through grief together.

[@Control-Alt-Delete619]

@@chemicalhap but he was driving her around and creeping on her even when she asked to be alone. I bet he did.

[@MTnTpro]

@@Control-Alt-Delete619 he comforted her when she was grieving, his sister died so he could relate.

[@Control-Alt-Delete619]

@@MTnTpro I believe that's what is referred to as grooming. Pretty much almost all predators do it.

[@leg414]

Nice story by Omeleto that is not scary or really shocking with a horror ending, but just a nice story between human beings, with the same pains and problems in life and in plain sight as well as the hidden pains. When we walk down a street or see people in public and other places we really do not know the inner pains they are going through. Show some empathy and help if or when you can. Peace

[@taniwha3706]

I am resharing this coolness onto my social media networking sites to try help widen your audience xxx Fantabulous. Cheers to all who made this possible. Best wishes to all. *peacesign*

[@The_Beast_666]

He looks like Ezra Miller!

[@meg-k-waldren]

Noooah. He looks more like Mattel Healy.