Ritual

About This Movie

Ritual (2022) takes you deep into the murky waters of guilt and redemption. The film opens with a disturbing discovery—a severed hand floating in a canal. It’s a visceral start, setting a rather dark tone that persists throughout. Kiki, the police diver, grapples not just with this grisly find, but with her own past and the haunting shadows of Belgium's history. There’s this tension ripe in the air, punctuated by a slow-burning pace that lets the atmosphere sink in. The performances are grounded, especially Kiki’s, revealing layers of vulnerability amidst the crime. Practical effects are used effectively, enhancing the rawness without veering into over-the-top territory. It’s a layered narrative, probing into personal and national guilt, making it distinctive in the crime thriller landscape.

Focuses on psychological aspects of crimeExplores themes of guilt and historyNotable use of practical effects