Madness, mayhem, and mummification rites ensue when a documentary filmmaker visits the rural commune of an Ancient Egyptian inspired cult to interview its enigmatic leader.

Reviews

100% on Rotten Tomatoes (as of 10/1/25)

“The Sacrament meets Creep, with mummies… a shocking conclusion that explodes into frantic horror.” - DREAD CENTRAL

“A fresh twist on the horror mockumentary" - NIGHTMARE ON FILM STREET

“Grotesquely satisfying” - PROJECTED FIGURES

"One of the weirdest and most unexpectedly batshit crazy endings I’ve seen in some time" - MORBIDLY BEAUTIFUL

Cast and Crew

Starring: Chad Westbrook Hinds, John Laird, Raul Delarosa, Michelle Westbrook Hinds.

Director: Sean Nichols Lynch | Writers: Sean Nichols Lynch, Chad Westbrook Hinds, John Laird.

Sales and Distribution

Terror Films is currently distributing The Ceremony Is About to Begin on digital platforms around the world.

Physical and theatrical rights remain with the filmmaker.