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Rite of the Shaman

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Kai is a mute high school student who is taking care of his mother. He finds solace in nature, as well as memories of his late shaman grandfather. While trying to cope with the pressures of life at home and intimidation from a bully at school, Kai becomes depressed and begins pushing his loved ones away. He is ultimately faced with a decision. Will he continue down a dark path of negativity? Or, with his grandfather's wisdom as his guide, will Kai embrace his destiny and become the beacon of light that he was meant to be? "Rite of the Shaman" is about everyday heroes and demonstrates how the smallest acts of kindness can ultimately impact people's lives for the better.
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Bobby LePire Film Threat 10/12/2022
7.5/10
Rite Of The Shaman is an engaging, dramatic look at the obstacles life throws our way. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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christian r 06/01/2022 This movie has been described to me as a curriculum in compassion, and it is. In just over an hour, with the help of gorgeous scenery and a powerful score, Rite of the Shaman will move you in a way you will not soon forget. I'm not kidding. See this one. See more steve d @RT45279372 01/13/2023 The majority who watched this got it. A few did not. I recommend the few that didn't go back and watch it again. See more J S @Jayemes 10/10/2022 Strange set up with no payoff. Very amateurish See more 06/16/2022 Amazing movie witha great message. This is definitely a feel good film that we really need right now in our struggling society. You leave with a greater perception in life and on the small choices you make that can and will make a big difference. See more 06/09/2022 This is such a deep. Really uplifting and a beautiful ending with a great message. Tyrell Oberle really stood out in this film too. Great actor and the director did an exceptional job making this come alive. 5 stars from me! See more 06/06/2022 This movie took me on an emotional journey and left me in a better place. A great movie, with a much-needed message. See more Read all reviews
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Alicia Oberle Farmer

Director

Tyrell Oberle

Kai

Janice Spencer-Wise

Rebekah

Lauren Holdt

Aspen

Kim Stone

Wendy

Ethan Bracken

Bryan
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Synopsis Kai is a mute high school student who is taking care of his mother. He finds solace in nature, as well as memories of his late shaman grandfather. While trying to cope with the pressures of life at home and intimidation from a bully at school, Kai becomes depressed and begins pushing his loved ones away. He is ultimately faced with a decision. Will he continue down a dark path of negativity? Or, with his grandfather's wisdom as his guide, will Kai embrace his destiny and become the beacon of light that he was meant to be? "Rite of the Shaman" is about everyday heroes and demonstrates how the smallest acts of kindness can ultimately impact people's lives for the better.
Director
Alicia Oberle Farmer
Producer
Alicia Oberle Farmer, John D. Farmer, Annette Coester, Jd Allen, Albert Spencer-Wise, Janice Spencer-Wise, Trish Walker, Erin Bloom Davenport, Kim Stone
Screenwriter
Alicia Oberle Farmer, Janice Spencer-Wise
Distributor
Purdie Distribution
Production Co
Zepstone Media, Knights Victory Productions
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
May 27, 2022, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Oct 11, 2022
Box Office (Gross USA)
$11.6K
Runtime
1h 9m
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