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Under the Shadow (2016)

“Fear will find you.”

6.5/10 · 753 votes 1h 24m pg-13 DramaHorrorWar

#162 of 305 films from 2016 #2862 of 3759 in drama

Directed by Babak Anvari · Written by Babak Anvari

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Overview

After Shideh's building is hit by a missile during the Iran-Iraq War, a superstitious neighbor suggests that the missile was cursed and might be carrying malevolent Middle-Eastern spirits. She becomes convinced a supernatural force within the building is attempting to possess her daughter Dorsa, and she has no choice but to confront these forces if she is to save her daughter and herself.

Cast

Narges Rashidias Shideh
Avin Manshadias Dorsa
Bobby Naderias Iraj
Ray Haratianas Mr. Ebrahimi
Hamid Djavadanas Mr. Fakur
Bijan Daneshmandas Director
Behi Djanati Ataias Pargol
Aram Ghasemyas Mrs. Ebrahimi
Soussan Farrokhniaas Mrs. Fakur
Arash Marandias Dr. Reza
Nabil Konias Mr. Bijari
Sajjad Delafroozas Secretary
Houshang Ranjbaras Police Officer
Amir Ranjbaras Young Soldier

Facts

Release dateSeptember 30, 2016
Runtime84 min (1h 24m) — shorter as the 2016 average of 106 min
GenresDrama, Horror, War
Original titleزیر سایه
LanguageFA
IMDbtt4273292

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Questions

How long is Under the Shadow?
Under the Shadow runs 84 minutes (1h 24m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is Under the Shadow worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.5/10 across 753 votes, which places it #162 of 305 films released in 2016 in this index (top 47%) and #2862 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed Under the Shadow?
Under the Shadow was directed by Babak Anvari. Other well-rated titles by the same director: I Came By (2022), Wounds (2019).
Who stars in Under the Shadow?
Narges Rashidi as Shideh; Avin Manshadi as Dorsa; Bobby Naderi as Iraj; Ray Haratian as Mr. Ebrahimi; Hamid Djavadan as Mr. Fakur; Bijan Daneshmand as Director.
What is Under the Shadow rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Under the Shadow?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/161432.

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