Rite Of The Shaman «AUTHENTIC - BLUEPRINT»

: 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

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

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. 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."

: The film emphasizes that being a "shaman" in the modern world isn't about grand mystical rituals, but about how one's smallest actions impact the lives of others . : Much of Kai's solace is found in

: 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.

: It portrays the "shamanic initiation" as a psychological journey through grief and the confrontation of one's "shadow self". Kai serves as the primary caregiver for his

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