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In rural Thailand, a documentary film crew sets out to capture the life of a shaman, only to find themselves entangled in a dark and increasingly terrifying supernatural mystery. As they delve deeper, they uncover unsettling rituals and discover that the shaman's niece may be possessed by a malevolent entity with a sinister plan.

The film garnered significant international attention, particularly for its unique blend of found-footage horror and folk horror elements. It was praised for its escalating tension, atmospheric dread, and a genuinely disturbing narrative that plays on cultural beliefs.

• Praised for its intense atmosphere and unsettling scares.

• Applauded for its creative use of the found-footage style to build dread.

• Noted for its compelling narrative rooted in Thai folklore and shamanistic practices.

Google audience: Audiences were captivated by the film's chilling atmosphere and effective jump scares. Many appreciated its exploration of Thai spiritual beliefs and the effective use of a documentary style to enhance the horror.

While not a major awards circuit darling, it received critical acclaim at various film festivals and was a significant box office success in its native Thailand.

The film's director, Chayanop Boonprakob, drew inspiration from his own family's experiences with spiritual beliefs and shamanism in rural Thailand.