The Shadow
Based on the 1930s comic strip, The Shadow is put up against his archenemy Shiwan Khan, who plans to take over the world by holding a city to ransom using an atom bomb. Using his powers of invisibility and "the power to cloud men's minds", The Shadow comes blazing to the rescue with explosive results.
Critics Sentiment
Cranston operates as The Shadow vigilante with invisibility powers
Khan hypnotizes Margo to kill The Shadow
The film peaks when The Shadow is fully established as a character, then drops significantly during the conventional mind control subplot.
Critics praised The Shadow's stunning visual design and 1930s atmosphere, with Alec Baldwin delivering a strong performance as the dark vigilante. However, the film suffered from a predictable plot that relied too heavily on standard superhero conventions. While the production values and cast were consistently appreciated, many felt the story didn't live up to the impressive visual presentation.
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Alec Baldwin
Lamont Cranston / The Shadow
John Lone
Shiwan Khan
Penelope Ann Miller
Margo Lane
Peter Boyle
Moe Shrevnitz
Ian McKellen
Dr. Reinhardt Lane
Tim Curry
Farley Claymore
Jonathan Winters
Wainwright Barth
Sab Shimono
Dr. Roy Tam
Brady Tsurutani
Tulku
James Hong
Li Peng
Joseph Maher
Isaac Newboldt
John Kapelos
Duke Rollins
Max Wright
Berger
Aaron Lustig
Doctor
Ethan Phillips
Nelson
Larry Hankin
Taxi Driver
Larry Joshua
Maxie
Al Leong
Tibetan Driver
Gerald Okamura
Tibetan Passenger
Abraham Benrubi
Marine Guard
Crew
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