Synopsis:

This is not an aggressive fan edit, as I love about 90% of this movie and watch it often. But I wanted to create an alternate viewing version that makes the Shadow more mysterious and darker. To this end, I have cut all direct explanations of his origin. I have made all scenes that feature the Shadow more serious, removing any or all forced humor where possible. And of course, I have altered the video to a grainy, public domain style black and white adventure B-movie.

Intentions:

I have a deep fondness for the original 1994 The Shadow. While flawed, I still think it is highly underrated. With this edit, I wanted to do two things...One, while maintaining the classic 1930s romantic comedy mystery (in particular the scenes involving Baldwin and Miller), I wanted to tone down the forced humor during the actual Shadow scenes. Restore more darkness and mystery to the character. And two, I wanted to take advantage of the wonderful 1930s production values and the poor 4x3 dvd release, and convert the picture into Black and White.

Change List:

--created all new opening credits using images of the Shadow through the ages --opening origin gone --"heavy lifting" line cut --bridge gunfire scene trimmed --cement block/Shadow shooting trimmed --Tam's comedic responses during cab ride removed --Tam waving goodbye cut --fireplace dream/origin --"Why have I not heard of him" cut --Khan in sanctum talking about where Cranston got his suit and tie --Tam's "hey that is catchy" regarding Atomic Bomb comment --the lab guards bickering about what to eat --Shadow wisecracks during lab battle --"I sense someone is coming" cut --"oh that knife" cut --inserted Phurba/Tulku flashback during restaurant scene --Cranston joke when sailor jumps off building --cut "You called" Margo finding Cranston and smiling after sphere --trimmed psychic dream --cut "betcha wish you were nicer to me" --cut bomb rolling down stairs and over Margo and father --insert flashback during the final battle --replaced "Original Sin" with more Goldsmith.

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Special Thanks:

Rogue-theX. He is an inspiration! He created the dvd artwork and all the posters and lobby cards. His talent is amazing. Also, special thanks to Fan Edit and Dwight Fry for their avid interest and great suggestions.