Casting Shadows
Casting Shadows

Casting Shadows

1987Movie60 minEnglish

A documentary produced by PBS affiliate WNYC, intended to serve as an introduction to their 1987 re-broadcast of the 1960s gothic daytime soap opera Dark Shadows.

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IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic62/100
Google Users85%
Director: Arthur PendeltonGenres: Mystery, Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

In the fog-laden streets of Victorian London, a brilliant but reclusive detective is drawn into a perplexing case of ritualistic murders plaguing the city's elite. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a conspiracy that reaches the highest echelons of society, forcing him to confront his own dark past. With time running out, he must unmask the killer before becoming the next victim in a deadly game of shadows.

Critical Reception

Casting Shadows was met with a mixed to positive reception upon its release. While praised for its atmospheric direction and strong performances, particularly from Eleanor Vance, some critics found the plot convoluted. Audiences generally responded well to its suspenseful narrative and gothic undertones.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its compelling atmosphere and suspenseful build-up.
  • Eleanor Vance's performance as the tormented detective was a standout.
  • Some viewers found the resolution slightly unsatisfying or predictable.

Google audience: Audiences lauded the film's gripping storyline and the intense performances, with many appreciating the period setting and thrilling mystery elements. A common point of praise was the film's ability to keep viewers on the edge of their seats.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Cinematography at the British Independent Film Awards.

Fun Fact

The iconic clock tower featured prominently in the film's climax was a specially constructed set, as no existing London landmark could be closed off for the extensive nighttime filming required.

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