Shadowland
Synopsis
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.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Shadowland - Official Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2024-11-12
Top Cast
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Richard Stanley
Self - Filmmaker
Anaiya Sophia
Self - Priestess
Uranie
Self - Sorcerer
Scarlett Amaris
Self - Writer
Iranon
Self - Mage
Jill Winternitz
Self - Scarlett Amaris (voice)
Ildikó Csiky Boros
Self
Christy Campbell
Self - Anaiya's Novice
Pete Wilson
Self
Lou
Self
Nicolas Cage
Self (archive footage)
Patton Oswalt
Self (archive footage)
Release History & Theatrical Window
Calgary Underground Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Otso Tiainen
- Screenplay & Story
- Kalle Kinnunen, Otso Tiainen
- Original Score
- Timo Kaukolampi, Tuomo Puranen
- Original Title
- Shadowland
- Country of Origin
- Finland
- Spoken Languages
- English, French
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Production Studios
- Bufo
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Otso Tiainen
Kalle Kinnunen, Otso Tiainen
Timo Kaukolampi, Tuomo Puranen
Peter Flinckenberg, Max Smeds
Mikko Sippola, Jussi Heikkinen
Kalle Kinnunen, Sam Lake, Mark Lwoff, Misha Jaari
Department Leadership Roster
Otso Tiainen
Director
Kalle Kinnunen
Producer
Kalle Kinnunen
Writer
Otso Tiainen
Writer
Timo Kaukolampi
Original Music Composer
Tuomo Puranen
Original Music Composer
Peter Flinckenberg
Director of Photography
Max Smeds
Director of Photography
Mikko Sippola
Editor
Jussi Heikkinen
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shadowland
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Shadowland about?
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.
Who directed Shadowland?
Shadowland was directed by Otso Tiainen.
Who stars in Shadowland?
The principal cast of Shadowland includes Richard Stanley, Anaiya Sophia, Uranie, Scarlett Amaris, Iranon.
When was Shadowland released and how long is it?
Shadowland was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
Who composed the musical score for Shadowland?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Shadowland was composed by Timo Kaukolampi, Tuomo Puranen.