Rite Of The Shaman Apr 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.

As Kai descends into a spiral of depression and isolation, he is faced with a pivotal choice: Rite of the Shaman

: Following his grandfather’s wisdom to become a "healer" and a "beacon of light" through simple, everyday acts of kindness. Key Themes The story follows Kai, a mute high school

: 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. The story follows Kai