The Ritual (2017)

I don't have all the words right now but this film is a work of art.

Crappy film

Good films always raise compelling questions, whether the format is fiction or documentary fact.

The plot isn't so bad, but the pace of storytelling is too slow which makes people bored. Certain moments are so obvious and unnecessary for the main plot. I would've fast-forwarded those moments if it was an online streaming. The ending looks like implying a sequel, not sure if this movie will get one

A buddy-pic with four brooding guys hiking in Sweden. They get lost, things start to get trippy and then go downhill from there. The story starts out with a Bigfoot vibe and then moves a little into The Hills Have Eyes territory, but it still feels original as it weaves in some mysticism and the supernatural. For my taste, there was more swearing than was necessary (the first half anyway) and the accents were a bit hard to decipher for this Yank. I also would have liked the girl at the end to have had a bigger part, with perhaps more explanation or development. Overall tho, it gets a hearty creature feature recommendation from me!

This movie deserves higher praise than the rating on this website, as it is a really entertaining movie with superb acting throughout the entirity. I am especially impressed by the chemistry shown by the lead actors. They convinced me from the first minute that they had been lifelong friends - it never felt forced. Solely that goes a long way.The film utilizes small means to tell a bigger story. It's quite straightforward, in a positive way - it doesn't try to be something that it's not. It delves into the limitations of old friendships, and the unresolved conflicts that can disrupt them, while also telling a spooky story of a group of friends lost in a forest. It follows it's red line throughout, and the ending is satisfactory as well - rare in a horror flick!Rafe Spall deserves a lot of praise as the lead. He's ready for bigger roles, let me tell you. He's perfect as the everyday British guy, and shows a spectrum of emotions that showcases his register.All in all, an entertaining movie that will give you some chills down your spine. Give it a watch!

This is my very first review! Here's the thing, I've had many opinions about many movies but for some reason, I feel the need to review this one. The beginning was great. Character development which is so rare in a horror film. Cinematography amazing. Ending sucked. No spoilers but there really aren't reasons for things that happen. Watch about half then use your imagination and you'll make more sense of it!

I won't add much since a lot of it has already been mentioned.. well directed and well acted which is a rarity in the modern horror.. the ending may not live up to the rest of the movie but the journey is well worth it... must see movie for the horror/supernatural fans...