I saw this at Utah Film Awards and wasn't quite sure what to expect but it immediately sucked me in with the visuals and music. This is the kind of movie that we need more of. Too many movies these days are so fast and action packed just for the sake of being that way and this is a movie that you want to savor for it's unique visuals and it's a beautiful feast for the eyes. I found myself getting tearful more than once because it reminded me of my little brother who was bullied and invisible in school. This one I recommend and I will be wanting to buy this once it's out.

I saw this tonight for the Utah Film Festival and it'll take some time to process what I've seen. I may add more later. This is a gorgeous film with fantastic cinematography, acting, storyline and oh THAT SCORE. More than anything though it touched me deeply in ways I thought it wouldn't. The world is full of such negativity these days and when people are depressed, they push others, even their loved ones, away. But what would happen if we got the call to do the opposite? What would happen if we took the time to leave positive reviews instead of negative ones? What if our small acts of kindness made the biggest difference in people's lives? This one really made me think and probably will for some time.

This film is well executed. The characters do a wonderful job of drawing you in to cultivate a sense of connection. I cherish storylines that have deep meaning and films that surprise me within the storyline, and the Rite of the Shaman effortlessly ticks both boxes. This is a movie with a powerful message that is creatively woven into elements of fantasy.