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A Shadow You Soon Will Be
This film follows the exploits of a middle aged man as he wanders through Argentina. It is set in the early '80s following the end of Argentina's long military dictatorship and is based on a 1990 novel by Osvaldo Soriano. Only recently returned from European exile, with no family and friends to welcome him home, "the engineer" travels the lonely southern Pampas of Argentina on the way to a job. He is periodically joined by other strange wanderers such as Nadia, the gun slinging psychic, Lem, a strange travelling millionaire, Barante, the hobo, and Coluccini, a bankrupt circus owner who involves "the engineer" in a rigged card game..
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Plot Summary
A young couple buys a secluded farmhouse hoping for a peaceful life, only to discover it's plagued by a dark, supernatural presence. As the entity's influence grows, it begins to manifest as horrific visions and psychological torment, pushing them to the brink of madness and despair. They must confront the malevolent force before it consumes them entirely.
Critical Reception
Indie horror film 'A Shadow You Soon Will Be' garnered a cult following among fans of low-budget, independent horror for its atmospheric tension and graphic depictions. While not a mainstream critical success, it's recognized for its ambition within its limited resources.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its raw, independent spirit and unsettling atmosphere.
Noted for its graphic and often disturbing imagery.
Criticized for its low production values and occasionally uneven pacing.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's effectiveness as a genuinely creepy independent horror despite its budget limitations, with many appreciating its dedication to practical effects and dark themes.
Fun Fact
The film was shot entirely on location in Ohio and showcases the independent filmmaking ethos of the early 1990s, with director J.R. Bookwalter handling multiple roles including writing, directing, and special effects.
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