THE VAULT

Rituals (1977) Explained: Beyond the Blood

Scare Score: 6.5/100

If you go down in the woods today, you're in for a big surprise.

The Premise

Five doctors go camping in the remote woods of Northern Ontario. When their boots are stolen they begin to suspect they are being stalked.

Why It Terrifies Us

Categorized under Survival Horror, Thriller, Rituals taps into fundamental fears. The 6.5/100 Scare Score is well-earned. The themes of river, camping, hiking continually haunt viewers long after the credits roll.

Into The Vault

Ready to dig deeper? The ScreamDesk Vault connects you to the architecture of fear.