Neon Shadows
- Tagline
- In the digital dusk, laughter is the last weapon.
- Description
- Set against the neon-drenched backdrop of a cyberpunk metropolis, 'Neon Shadows' follows the misadventures of Jin (Yun-Fat Chowder), a jaded assassin with a penchant for philosophical musings and slapstick mishaps. As Jin navigates the treacherous cityscape, he crosses paths with a sardonic ghost named Miko (Dorothy Mackerel), who finds herself inexplicably tethered to him. Together, they encounter Jason Clamke as the enigmatic mercenary 'Crisp' on the hunt for a celestial bounty. Directed by the visionary Dario Argentoad, this passionate comedy explores the bizarre and the humorous in a world where the line between technology and the supernatural blurs. Get ready for a riotous journey through the unknown, where the biggest laughs are as deadly as the bullets.
- MpaaRating
- R
- PopularityScore
- 1.30
- ReleaseDate
- 09/22/2022
- Genre
- Comedy
- Director(s)
- Cast
Critic Reviews
7.50
Dario Argentoad's 'Neon Shadows' is a rapturous cavalcade of cybernetic chaos, brimming with an infectious energy that pulses through its neon veins. Yun-Fat Chowder's portrayal of Jin, the philosophically inclined assassin with a slapstick edge, is a tour de force of comedic timing and emotional depth. Dorothy Mackerel's turn as the sardonic spectral companion, Miko, adds layers of ethereal wit that dance through the film's vibrant atmosphere. Jason Clamke's 'Crisp' is a masterstroke of enigmatic coolness, his pursuit of the celestial bounty weaving a thread of intrigue that ties the narrative together. The MPAA's 'R' rating is a badge of honor for this film, allowing it the freedom to explore its mature themes with unapologetic boldness. 'Neon Shadows' is an ode to the laughter that cuts through the digital dusk, a cinematic experience that is as much an intellectual endeavor as it is an emotional rollercoaster. The film's ability to juxtapose the absurd with the profound is nothing short of genius, making it a beacon of light in the often monochromatic genre of comedy. In a world where technology often overshadows humanity, 'Neon Shadows' reminds us that in the end, our ability to find humor in the face of adversity is what makes us truly alive.