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: Widely praised for its visceral survivalism and psychological tension as the friends get lost in the woods.

: While Variety noted Pacino was surprisingly subdued rather than "hamming it up," many felt his talents were wasted on a cliché-ridden script. El Ritual

Depending on whether you are referring to the starring Al Pacino, the 2017 Netflix original , or the novel by Adam Nevill , reviews vary significantly from "worst of the year" to "modern horror classic." The Ritual (2025 Movie) : Widely praised for its visceral survivalism and

“ The first half was absolutely incredible; it's not often a book scares me enough to sleep with the lights on but this one did.” Amazon UK Community Perspectives

: A must-read for the first half alone, though some readers prefer the film's altered ending. Community Perspectives