The Man from Earth: Holocene

John begins to show signs of aging for the first time. A hunting trip yields a cut, and the narrative notes that his regenerative abilities seem to be weakening. This moment unsettles him and hints at a deeper mystery about his nature.

Isabel borrows books from John's collection and discovers one written by Dr. Jenkins and signed for John Oldman. The discovery fuels speculation that John may be the 14,000 year old figure described in the controversial book. She shares what she finds with Tara, Liko, and Philip.

The students draw parallels between Oldman and their teacher, questioning whether the same person could have lived through millennia. The idea that John might be a centuries old man begins to take hold. They remain open to the possibility while considering the book's claims.

In their investigations they trespass into the Young household and find several books authored by John under different surnames. They also discover a painting believed to be by Vincent van Gogh, which a cousin art major considers possibly authentic. The discovery adds weight to the book's claim that John has known famous figures.

The group contacts a retired university professor who recalls meeting John during the 1950s. His memory provides a potential historical anchor for John's extraordinary age. This encounter lends credibility to the idea that John has lived through multiple eras.

Isabel leaves a voice message for Jenkins, but he responds rudely, assuming she is another person seeking to ridicule him. The refusal dampens their attempt to verify the book's claims. The group remains undeterred by this setback.

Isabel, Tara and Liko trespass into the Young household and uncover several books authored by John under various surnames. They also find a painting that the art major cousin believes might be authentic. The discoveries deepen their suspicions about John Oldman.

After unsuccessfully trying to capture a clear photo of John in class, the group enters his house at night and photographs him as he sleeps. The images are meant to prove his claimed age and identity to Dr. Jenkins. The plan raises further questions about his past.

Tara visits John in his office and, in tears, indicates she senses his true identity. John tries to comfort her, but she makes a sexual advance and he refuses, prompting tension within the group. The event foreshadows the unraveling of trust.

That evening the four confront John about the book's veracity. He admits to being Oldman but claims the story was a fabrication and expresses regret that Jenkins damaged his reputation. They tase him and restrain him in the basement, with Philip assigned to watch him as they plan to retrieve Jenkins.

John declares that he has been Jesus, explaining that he has avoided attention to prevent distortion of his teachings. Philip, renouncing John as the seven headed beast, stabs him. The act marks a violent climax to their confrontation.

When Jenkins, Isabel, Liko and Tara arrive, they find blood and discover John and Philip are missing. Weeks later John is living in the wilderness and plans to meet with Harry to discuss his aging and the end of the Holocene. He agrees to live with Harry's family and begins a new chapter away from civilization.

An FBI agent visits Jenkins and reveals that John has many identities and is suspected in violent crimes, including Philip's disappearance. The agent asks if Jenkins believes an immortal serial killer is possible. Jenkins responds that anything is possible.