In the hushed opulence of a Weimar-era mansion, a dinner party takes a sinister turn when a mysterious puppeteer performs a shadow play for the wealthy host and his guests. The tale, a thinly veiled lesson on coveting another man’s wife, becomes a haunting mirror as the puppeteer, rumored to be a witch, ensnares the men in a web of nightmarish hallucinations. As the boundaries between reality and shadow blur, each guest is forced to confront their darkest desires and fears, in a silent cinematic journey that masterfully builds tension and dread.
Schatten – Eine nächtliche Halluzination
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In the hushed opulence of a Weimar-era mansion, a dinner party takes a sinister turn when a mysterious puppeteer performs a shadow play for the wealthy host and his guests. The tale, a thinly veiled lesson on coveting another man's wife, becomes a haunting mirror...
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Schatten – Eine nächtliche Halluzination was released in 1960.
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User Reviews
“The atmosphere in this silent gem is absolutely oppressive. The shadow play sequences are mesmerizing and genuinely unsettling. It's a slow burn, but the creeping dread really got under my skin.”
“I appreciate the craft, but it's too slow for my taste. The psychological horror is there, but I wanted more scares. Still, the visuals are stunning for 1923.”
“As a fan of old horror, this is a must-see. The dream logic and shadow play create a unique unease that stays with you. Not perfect, but a fascinating piece of horror history.”
“It's an interesting precursor to expressionist horror, but the acting feels dated and the plot is a bit thin. The concept is great but it didn't fully terrify me as I hoped.”

























































































