Under the Shadow (2016)

Cast

• Narges Rashidi - Shideh
• Avin Manshadi - Dorsa
• Bobby Naderi - Iraj
• Ray Haratian - Mr. Ebrahimi
• Hamid Djavadan - Mr. Fakur
• Bijan Daneshmand - Director
• Behi Djanati Atai - Pargol
• Aram Ghasemy - Mrs. Ebrahimi
• Soussan Farrokhnia - Mrs. Fakur
• Arash Marandi - Dr. Reza

Screenplay

• Babak Anvari

Themes

Supernatural Horror and Terror, Supernatural Horror and Terror, Nostalgic Memories and the Past

Keywords

daughter, mother, supernatural, teheran (tehran), iran, family relationships, djinn, bombing, evil, 1980s, supernatural power, iran-iraq war

Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Under the Shadow about?

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.

Who directed Under the Shadow?

Under the Shadow was directed by Babak Anvari.

Who stars in Under the Shadow?

Under the Shadow stars Narges Rashidi, Avin Manshadi, Bobby Naderi, Ray Haratian, Hamid Djavadan, Bijan Daneshmand.

How long is Under the Shadow?

Under the Shadow has a runtime of 1h 24m (84 minutes).

What genre is Under the Shadow?

Under the Shadow is a Drama, Horror, War film.

Where was Under the Shadow produced?

Under the Shadow was produced in Jordan, United Kingdom.

What are the themes of Under the Shadow?

The themes of Under the Shadow include: Supernatural Horror and Terror, Supernatural Horror and Terror, Nostalgic Memories and the Past.