Shaman

In a remote Ecuadorian valley dominated by a volcano, a missionary arrives with the aim of converting an Indigenous community. She carries a faith she believes universal, but the locals language and way of life pull her into a different world. When her son begins to show disturbing signs, she finds his affliction tied to forces older than her church and older than her own certainty. As shadows deepen and the community's rituals collide with her gospel, she must face a crisis of belief that tests her love for her child and her devotion to a creed she thought would prevail. The pressure of tradition, nature and doubt converges into a fight for control of a family and a town.

Directed by Antonio Negret, Shaman arrives in 2025 as a new horror feature with Daniel Negret listed as creator. The cast centers on Sara Canning as Candice and Daniel Gillies as Joel, with Jett Klyne, Lisandro Morales, and Alejandro Fajardo.

Box office details for Shaman have not been publicly disclosed. There is no widely reported worldwide gross, and the film seems to have had a modest release with a limited commercial footprint. Exact numbers, if any, are not available publicly.

As of release, Shaman has not received major nominations or awards. There are no announced Oscar, Emmy, or Golden Globes recognitions. The film's presence rests with its cast and its atmospheric tensions rather than industry accolades, reflected in a niche, mixed audience response. Early votes suggest a muted, conflicted reception.

Reception centers on the film's atmosphere and its clash of beliefs. Critics acknowledge a tense volcano setting and earnest performances, but pacing and tonal shifts divide opinion. The film grapples with faith, colonial legacies, and motherhood under pressure, offering a thought provoking look at fear and faith for those seeking.