Shadow people are dark, human-like figures that seem to linger just beyond the edge of sight, exuding a menacing presence that chills the air. Unlike traditional ghosts, they’re pitch-black, featureless shapes, often tall and cloaked, and occasionally capped with shadowy hats. Encounters with shadow people leave a lasting dread, as if they possess a dark, deliberate awareness. Many believe that direct contact with these entities can be physically or psychologically harmful, with their presence disturbing the environment in eerie ways.
Reports often mention a sudden shift in the electromagnetic field, manifesting as a high-pitched electric hum or buzzing sound that hangs in the air as they approach. This strange static sensation, paired with their shadowy forms, suggests they might not just be apparitions but something more—beings that can alter reality just by existing within it, feeding off fear and lurking in the margins of our perception, waiting for the right moment to step forward.
Are these sightings common ?
Yes. As a matter of fact, shadow people are the most commonly sighted paranormal phenomenon.
Are they solid or translucent?
They seem solid enough; often, they have their own shadows.
Are shadow people dangerous?
Some are very dangerous. Shadow people have been reported before unexplained sudden deaths.
Inspired by personal experience, writer/director Ana Clavell set out to capture the creative journey colliding with an unexpected twist—when paranormal fiction crosses the line into reality.
It happened while filming Creepshow 3, which Ana was co-directing with James Dudelson. They were on the Universal Studios backlot—a place already ripe with eerie stories—when inspiration for The Shadows started creeping in.
'We were using a set that had once been decked out for The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, now reimagined as a dim, unsettling space. We were filming a scene where the character’s shadow moves down a landing, a classic horror shot.
As I watched on the monitor, I noticed—just at the edge of my vision—a shadow figure peeking around a corner down a corridor, almost as if it were watching the action. Since it was out of frame, I didn’t feel the need to stop filming. But with each take, this shadow would appear right as the 1st AC cued “Shadow” to step into frame, watching for a moment before slipping away.
Eventually, our cinematographer asked that the movement stop, thinking it was crew in the background. But after more sightings, our increasingly frustrated 1st AC finally went over to confront whoever was lurking down that corridor. He came back white-faced, saying the corridor was a dead end with no way in or out.
That was the moment it hit me—sometimes, the shadows watching us are real. And that’s where The Shadows began.'
The Shadows was filmed entirely in Las Vegas, Nevada, featuring a cast and crew drawn from local talent. This decision brought an authenticity that was perfect for its Henderson setting, a town with a quirky past dating back to its early days as a campsite for workers from a magnesium plant. With its roots steeped in the strange and industrious, Henderson adds an eerie authenticity that fits the film’s unsettling themes. By tapping into this distinctive local history, we created a hauntingly grounded backdrop for our characters that feels like an essential character in the story.
