Shadow

A young soldier returns from war in Iraq and seeks escape in a remote European high country. He heads into a desolate mountain landscape, hoping the solitude will quiet the memories he brings home. As night falls, he encounters a local legend that hints at something darker than ordinary fear. What begins as a tense trek into snow and stone becomes a test of whether reality can outpace his nightmares. The man finds that the legend is not just folklore but a force that unsettles his grip on what he believes is real. Without warning, the line between the past he carries and the danger around him becomes dangerously thin, testing his nerves and grip.

Released in 2009, Shadow is directed by Federico Zampaglione, with a story credited to Domenico Zampaglione and Giacomo Gensini. It presents an original screenplay rather than adaptation, blending horror and thriller elements in a stark alpine setting.

Box office details are not publicly reported, and the film did not achieve widely released commercial success. It circulated mainly in festival circuits and limited markets, leaving no widely cited worldwide gross.

There are no major awards or nominations logged for Shadow. While it may appeal to fans of Italian horror, it did not garner recognition from mainstream award bodies. The film tends to be discussed in relation to its mood and locale rather than prizes.

Reception is mixed, with viewers divided on pacing and payoff. Critics note the movie relies on atmosphere, the stark mountain terrain, and a palpable sense of unease as it probes the psychic costs of war. The story wrestles with memory, legend, and the way fear can blur what is real. Its 5.5 out of 10 rating from 79 votes signals a polarized response, reflecting a film that favors mood over conventional structure.