“The Shaman” is a mind-bending short film, created by director / producer Marco Kalantari. It’s a dark and gothic mashup of “Star Wars” and “District 9.” The special effects are first-rate. You’ll love the ritual involved in transporting a Shaman to the Netherworld. This short film provides a whole new set of terms and signs to behold.

• http://comicsgrinder.com/2015/03/09/short-film-review-the-shaman-and-exclusive-manga/