source: Rite of the Shaman

This is an excellent inspiring movie about dealing with adolescents, life struggles and making the right choices. How easily it is to hurt someone and how easy it is to undo that damage.

I thought this was going to be some sappy religious movie or something. My mom insisted that I go see it with her. I have to say I was pleasantly surprised. Like beyond surprised surprised. Thank you for not making mental health a stigma. It is not shameful and is very real . This movie shows raw how it is but also that you're not alone and there is hope. I'll be taking my friends to see this.

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.

If you are a lover of Indie films, I would suggest that you definitely not miss seeing "Rite of the Shaman" on the big screen. I was privileged to attend the Red Carpet Premier of this film and frankly went with little expectations. The sweet story of pain and despair overcome with hope, waking up to one's own personal power and the love of one's fellow man, was beautiful. It left the entire audience breathless and filled with the desire to do better to others as well as to recognize their real selves. Tyrell Oberle, the lead actor, is phenomenal as a boy who literally finds his voice again and wakes up to his importance, not only to those around him, but possibly the whole world. His talent for bringing the feeling of the moment directly into the hearts of the audience is both subtle and overwhelming. An interesting side note on the film is that the story is actually based on Tyrell's real-life battle with cancer and how he overcame it. Written (with a little help from her friends) and directed by Alicia Farmer, the film made a way for Alicia to share his amazing story with the world and show that hope and strength can change a life. And, this could definitely be Tyrell's breakout role into the world of film. And, I would be remiss if I didn't mention James Morris's performance as the boy's teacher; another sweet and subtle character who rolled the story forward well. So, for those of you that enjoy a good story, make sure to catch this film on the big screen. And, as any Indy film lover will tell you: Don't expect Marvel Comics Universe SGI or Lord of the Rings action- BUT- do expect a beautiful story line and an incredible lead.

I was lucky enough to have seen this at the utah film festival. It was one of the most emotional and heart wrenching films ever. The acting was amazing on everyone's part. And the music was absolutely fantastic, you could feel every emotion that the characters were feeling, and the music just added to it. I highly recommend watching this film. Just make sure to have some tissues on hand.

From the moment the film began, I was immediately enveloped.. completely 'til the very end. And I couldn't get enough. What I enjoyed most was that I could feel each emotion portrayed by each character, as if I was there. Especially Kai. I felt I could relate to some measure, to each emotion. Such a unique, and beautiful experience. Difficult to put into words. You MUST see this film for yourself! I can't wait to watch and experience it again and again, and to share this, and similar upcoming films with my loved ones. 💞❤

My girlfriend and I checked this movie out on a whim when Top Gun was sold out. I went in with very little expectations since I'd never heard of it before. I was expecting some wild fantasy but what I got instead was probably the most valuable life lessons I can think of to date. The actors all did really well. The music was chilling, and by the end of the movie my girlfriend and I were both sobbing. I promise if you can get pass the first half which is a little triggering because he spirals into depression. After the second half you will leave the theater with your jaw on the floor. Really happy we stumbled across this movie which should be shown to everyone in the country. You are loved!

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!

This movie is very touching and relatable in many ways. It talks about the struggles every child has gone through at least once in their life and the film teaches people how to get over the struggles. This movie is very inspiring to those who feel like they are never enough or feel under qualified in life. In tough times such as right now, all we can do to better ourselves is to not only love yourself but to love those around you and to strive to be supportive to people who need help.