Shadow
Shadow

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Shadow

2014
Movie
23 min
Mandarin

Taipei. Xiao Shou is a shy boy, and a traveling puppeteer with shadow puppets. One day, he encounters the gorgeous Ann, and instantly falls in love with her. But this does not preclude the terrible accident which will drown the boy into a world of darkness, before he can actually declare his feelings. Feel this dark love story if you can.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Eskil VogtGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman named Ingvild is struggling to come to terms with the recent suicide of her husband, Aksel. As she delves deeper into his past, she uncovers unsettling secrets and a disturbing pattern of behavior. Ingvild finds herself drawn into a dark and complex web, questioning everything she thought she knew about her husband and their life together. The film explores themes of grief, obsession, and the hidden depths of human psychology.

Critical Reception

Shadow (Skumring in its original Norwegian title) received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who praised its atmospheric tension and psychological depth, though some found its pacing slow. Audiences were divided, with some appreciating its unsettling exploration of grief and mental health, while others were put off by its dark and ambiguous nature.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and psychological exploration of grief and obsession.

  • Some critics noted a slow pace and ambiguity that may alienate some viewers.

  • The film effectively builds tension through its mysterious narrative.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for 'Shadow' (2014) is not readily available, making it difficult to summarize specific audience likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

Director Eskil Vogt, known for his screenplay work on Joachim Trier's films like 'The Oslo Trilogy,' made his directorial debut with 'Shadow' (original title 'Skumring').

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