Documentary
The Last Shaman
2017Directed by Raz Degan · Feature documentary
Directed by Raz Degan, The Last Shaman is the story of James Freeman, a young man who decides to take matters into his own hands when faced with depression that would not lift. He undergoes a life-changing journey in the Amazon jungle that brings him a deeper understanding and acceptance of himself.
Where to watch
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Official trailer
Key themes
DepressionSuicidal distressAyahuascaAmazonian healing traditionsSelf-acceptance
Why it belongs here
It follows a person experiencing depression and suicidal distress who seeks help through an Amazonian ritual involving ayahuasca, and it is honest about how extreme that search can become.
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