Rite Of The Shaman May 2026

The story follows Kai, a mute high school student who is struggling to navigate the overwhelming pressures of his daily life. Kai serves as the primary caregiver for his terminally ill mother while mourning the loss of his father and his grandfather—a shaman and owl trainer who left a significant spiritual legacy.

is a 2022 independent drama film directed by Alicia Oberle Farmer that explores themes of grief, depression, and the transformative power of small acts of kindness. It is a deeply personal project for the director, inspired by her son Tyrell Oberle , who also stars in the lead role. Plot Overview Rite of the Shaman

: Continuing to push loved ones away and spreading the negativity and hurt he feels inside. The story follows Kai, a mute high school

As Kai descends into a spiral of depression and isolation, he is faced with a pivotal choice: It is a deeply personal project for the

: Reviews are mixed; some critics from Film Threat praised it as an "engaging, dramatic look at the obstacles life throws our way," while others found the acting and script unpolished or "amateurish."

: It portrays the "shamanic initiation" as a psychological journey through grief and the confrontation of one's "shadow self".