Under the Shadow (2016) - Jumpscare Guide
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Plot
After Shideh's building is hit by a missile during the Iran-Iraq War, a superstitious neighbor suggests that the missile was cursed and might be carrying malevolent Middle-Eastern spirits. She becomes convinced a supernatural force within the building is attempting to possess her daughter Dorsa, and she has no choice but to confront these forces if she is to save her daughter and herself.
Total Jumpscares: 9
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A sudden scene change to toast popping out of a toaster might startle some viewers.
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There is a second explosion (much louder and more violent than the initial one).
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During a dream sequence a hand suddenly breaks through the window in front of Shideh.
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A figure moves past in the reflection of the window.
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Shideh looks through the peep hole in the door and sees a figure pass quickly through the hallway.
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Shideh sees a floating figure on the stairs.
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The floating spectre suddenly appears close to the camera.
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“Dorsa” looks up to reveal it is not her but an entity with a large set of teeth.
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The floating spectre suddenly grabs Dorsa.
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