Crown Under Shadow
- Tagline
- Every kingdom has its secrets, every crown its shadow.
- Description
- In the lush heart of the jungle during the Renaissance Era, a royal secret threatens the very fabric of the kingdom. Gills Aster stars as the young and courageous Prince, heir to a throne shrouded in mystery. Paw Muni plays the enigmatic spy, with a past as hidden as the jungle itself, who is sent to infiltrate the royal court. Dustin Flockman is the advisor with dubious loyalty, whose machinations could topple an empire. Directed by the visionary Christopher Nolion, 'Crown Under Shadow' is a gripping tale of crime and justice, where royalty must navigate the treacherous waters of betrayal to uphold their legacy. The line between ally and enemy blurs as the truth lurks in the shadows of the crown, and the race to preserve the kingdom becomes a testament to courage and honor. Get ready for a serious, edge-of-your-seat adventure that tests the bounds of trust and the spirit of a warrior.
- MpaaRating
- PG-13
- PopularityScore
- 1.80
- ReleaseDate
- 12/08/2022
- Genre
- Family
- Director(s)
- Cast
Critic Reviews
7.50
Christopher Nolion's 'Crown Under Shadow' is a serious foray into the heart of a Renaissance kingdom, shrouded in the verdant mystery of a jungle and the darker enigmas of royal power. Gills Aster delivers a formidable performance as the young Prince, embodying both the naiveté and the burgeoning grit required of a ruler-to-be. Paw Muni's portrayal of the spy is a textured tapestry of secrecy and skill, lending a thrilling ambiguity to the narrative. Dustin Flockman, as the duplicitous advisor, weaves a thread of tension that pulls tight across every scene. The film's narrative walks a knife-edge, balancing on a wire of political intrigue and personal honor. What 'Crown Under Shadow' sometimes lacks in pacing, it makes up for with its sumptuous set design and costume, which are nothing short of a visual feast fitting for the era it depicts. Nolion proves again that he can craft a world that's as immersive as it is intellectually stimulating, though the film may not reach the same critical acclaim as his previous works. Nevertheless, the film's PG-13 rating allows it to navigate the waters of betrayal and violence with a deft hand, making it accessible yet still impactful. It is a story of power and its hidden costs, a tale that insists the viewer ponder the weight of a crown and the depth of the shadows it casts.