Rite of the Shaman

This story is one that needs to be told in today's age of online bullying and hatred. The idea that kindness and mutual support really can lift us out of the darkness and self doubt is encouraging. May many lives be as touched as mine has!

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 movie is a beacon of hope and encouragement that is much needed in our world right now. The impact it had on me and my family is indescribable. We left the theater feeling enlightened with a new energy to life. To any of those out there feeling alone, different, helpless, confused, or even just want a movie you can take the whole family to without wondering what will pop up on the screen or be said, this is the perfect movie. Such an inspiration for change!

The story of Kai is one that resonated with me. Especially after the school shootings that have been happening around the country.

This film has you in your feelings but the soundtrack and graphics keep you optimistic. Very well done.

It's a film that the whole family will leave feeling uplifted and feeling good.

Go see this film!!! It will change your life!!!

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The cinematography was amazing and the lighting was great and the mood was fantastic. I felt all of the emotions. Their facial expressions conveyed their emotions phenomenally. Amazing movie it was so touching. The scenes were absolutely gorgeous as well.