Rite Of The Shaman ✦ Genuine

: Alicia Oberle Farmer wrote and directed the film as a tribute to her son's real-life resilience during a two-year battle with cancer in his teens.

: Continuing to push loved ones away and spreading the negativity and hurt he feels inside. Rite of the Shaman

: 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." : Alicia Oberle Farmer wrote and directed the

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 It is a deeply personal project for the

: Much of Kai's solace is found in botany, his connection with animals (specifically owls), and the mountains of Utah where the film was partially shot. Production and Reception

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

: Following his grandfather’s wisdom to become a "healer" and a "beacon of light" through simple, everyday acts of kindness. Key Themes