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Ralph R David Bruckner's The Ritual is an atmospheric horror film that effectively combines psychological tension with a touch of the supernatural. The story follows four friends on a hiking trip in the Scandinavian wilderness, where they encounter not only the haunting landscape but also their own fears and regrets.What sets The Ritual apart is the authenticity of the characters and their relationships. The dialogue and interactions feel natural, and the bond between the friends comes across as genuine, with years of shared history subtly woven into their exchanges. This grounding in realism makes the escalating terror all the more impactful.The film takes its time building suspense, though some scenes linger longer than necessary, and certain dialogues feel repetitive. These moments, while noticeable, don't detract significantly from the overall experience. The latter part of the movie veers into unexpected territory, delivering an unsettling and imaginative climax that feels fresh in a genre often bound by convention.Visually, the film is stunning, with the eerie forest serving as a character in its own right, amplifying the isolation and dread. The Ritual succeeds in blending human drama with horror, creating a story that's both haunting and deeply relatable. While not without minor flaws, it's a compelling watch for fans of atmospheric and character-driven horror. Rated 3.5/5 Stars • Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 11/22/24 Full Review Harshit K Great horror movie. I watched it with my friends last night Rated 4.5/5 Stars • Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 11/19/24 Full Review M W Very fascinating film. We watched it for a movie night and as someone who has a short attention span it was perfect. Unlike some horror it didn't take long for the story to begin. It kept us on the edge of our seats the entire time. Dont think we're going hiking in sweden anytime soon. Rated 4/5 Stars • Rated 4 out of 5 stars 11/10/24 Full Review Aiden R Did we see the same movie? Generic ahhhh movie, watch literally any other movie please waste of an hour and a half of my life. I ate taco bell (my favourite) whilst watching and I was still sad. Even tendies didn't help. Bad film. 1/100. Rated 0.5/5 Stars • Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 10/10/24 Full Review zach s Literally one of the best horror films of the decade!!! Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/10/24 Full Review Gorptholemew T 🍅 7.6/10Roblox with the boys vibes. Watched this with my girlfriend and a group of friends and I had a blast. This is part great but also a little to short for the development needed to make it perfect still I think it has a sick creature design and just a super entertaining movie especially with me girlfriend. Rated 3.5/5 Stars • Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 10/06/24 Full Review Read all reviews

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