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Shadowland

Director Otso Tiainen’s fascinating study of an esoteric community hidden within the French Pyrenees begins by exploring the seekers drawn to this place, supposedly the home of the Holy Grail. However, it is the appearance of charismatic film director Richard Stanley that truly ignites the story. Before long, accusations about his conduct surface, and the residents find themselves caught in a battle for their very souls. The dangers of blind faith and the magnetic pull of certain personalities are put under the microscope in this breathtaking examination of a small microcosm of society forced to confront who they are when everything they believe is challenged. A vital film that urges us to scrutinize our heroes, SHADOWLAND is a must-see—not only to contextualize the inner battles we all face but also to finally see the truth laid bare.

Top Cast

  • Richard Stanley

    Richard Stanley

    Self - Filmmaker

  • Anaiya Sophia

    Anaiya Sophia

    Self - Priestess

  • Uranie

    Uranie

    Self - Sorcerer

  • Scarlett Amaris

    Scarlett Amaris

    Self - Writer

  • Iranon

    Iranon

    Self - Mage

  • Jill Winternitz

    Jill Winternitz

    Self - Scarlett Amaris (voice)

  • Ildikó Csiky Boros

    Ildikó Csiky Boros

    Self

  • Christy Campbell

    Christy Campbell

    Self - Anaiya's Novice

  • Pete Wilson

    Pete Wilson

    Self

Overview

Director Otso Tiainen’s fascinating study of an esoteric community hidden within the French Pyrenees begins by exploring the seekers drawn to this place, supposedly the home of the Holy Grail. However, it is the appearance of charismatic film director Richard Stanley that truly ignites the story. Before long, accusations about his conduct surface, and the residents find themselves caught in a battle for their very souls. The dangers of blind faith and the magnetic pull of certain personalities are put under the microscope in this breathtaking examination of a small microcosm of society forced to confront who they are when everything they believe is challenged. A vital film that urges us to scrutinize our heroes, SHADOWLAND is a must-see—not only to contextualize the inner battles we all face but also to finally see the truth laid bare.

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