If you are a lover of Indie films, I would suggest that you definitely not miss seeing "Rite of the Shaman" on the big screen.
I was privileged to attend the Red Carpet Premier of this film and frankly went with little expectations. The sweet story of pain and despair overcome with hope, waking up to one's own personal power and the love of one's fellow man, was beautiful. It left the entire audience breathless and filled with the desire to do better to others as well as to recognize their real selves.
Tyrell Oberle, the lead actor, is phenomenal as a boy who literally finds his voice again and wakes up to his importance, not only to those around him, but possibly the whole world. His talent for bringing the feeling of the moment directly into the hearts of the audience is both subtle and overwhelming.
An interesting side note on the film is that the story is actually based on Tyrell's real-life battle with cancer and how he overcame it. Written (with a little help from her friends) and directed by Alicia Farmer, the film made a way for Alicia to share his amazing story with the world and show that hope and strength can change a life.
And, this could definitely be Tyrell's breakout role into the world of film.
And, I would be remiss if I didn't mention James Morris's performance as the boy's teacher; another sweet and subtle character who rolled the story forward well.
So, for those of you that enjoy a good story, make sure to catch this film on the big screen. And, as any Indy film lover will tell you: Don't expect Marvel Comics Universe SGI or Lord of the Rings action- BUT- do expect a beautiful story line and an incredible lead.
I was privileged to attend the Red Carpet Premier of this film and frankly went with little expectations. The sweet story of pain and despair overcome with hope, waking up to one's own personal power and the love of one's fellow man, was beautiful. It left the entire audience breathless and filled with the desire to do better to others as well as to recognize their real selves.
Tyrell Oberle, the lead actor, is phenomenal as a boy who literally finds his voice again and wakes up to his importance, not only to those around him, but possibly the whole world. His talent for bringing the feeling of the moment directly into the hearts of the audience is both subtle and overwhelming.
An interesting side note on the film is that the story is actually based on Tyrell's real-life battle with cancer and how he overcame it. Written (with a little help from her friends) and directed by Alicia Farmer, the film made a way for Alicia to share his amazing story with the world and show that hope and strength can change a life.
And, this could definitely be Tyrell's breakout role into the world of film.
And, I would be remiss if I didn't mention James Morris's performance as the boy's teacher; another sweet and subtle character who rolled the story forward well.
So, for those of you that enjoy a good story, make sure to catch this film on the big screen. And, as any Indy film lover will tell you: Don't expect Marvel Comics Universe SGI or Lord of the Rings action- BUT- do expect a beautiful story line and an incredible lead.