Crypto Shadows

Frankly, I lost interest after 45 minutes of a girl talking meaninglessly to herself, and no less than about 2 million sighs. I think Cara deserves to become the first sigh-master!

I'd give this film no more than 2 stars, with an interesting title but a boring plot that seems to have no direction, other than chopping wood, sitting on rocks, and scrolling through meaningless code on computer screens. A character can only talk to herself for a finite amount of time before it becomes a distraction.

The most puzzling aspect of this film is how it earned a 5.8 IMDB rating. I watched with a friend who expressed similar comments.

Crypto Shadows is a multiple award-winning collaboration between Amy Kay DuBoff and James Fox, who themselves are acclaimed award-winners in writing and other artistic fields. It is a superb techno-thriller starring Mikayla Iverson, who is the only actor whose face appears on screen. She more than holds her own as she is stalked and eventually hunted by an unnamed clandestine agency, after she stumbles into a mind numbing secret in the course of her work.

Miss Iverson's character, Cara Hammond, is forced to try to determine who is after her, and why, as her computer defenses, personal identity, and ultimately, her very life are attacked at her remote location.

Crypto Shadows is a fast-paced, suspense-filled film showcasing beautiful scenery and outstanding acting and writing, and the viewer does not need to be technically savvy to appreciate and enjoy it.

As someone who really appreciates art it was hard to look over how beautiful and interesting the set of this film. It felt so real. Also the stark contrast of the wilderness surrounding the technological hidey -hole was really interesting.

As for the story I was not sure I'd be able to keep up with the deeper meaning of the story because I'm not a tech savvy person at all but anyone could get into this. The suspense was killing me, and things got pretty heated. When I finally got to the part where I realized why everything was happening I did not want this movie to end. I don't want to leave any spoilers here but this is the first time I've ever seen this concept in a movie and I have sooo many questions.

I feel there is more left in this story and I am keeping my fingers crossed that there is more to come!!

Some of the reviewers out there were a little harsh in their critique - It was just a one actor movie, or it had too much sighing, or it was boring, etc..

For a small budget production, and minimal special effects, it was actually pretty decent, and it kept my attention all the way to the end. Mikayla Iverson did a good job as a stressed out computer game developer who inadvertently stumbles onto some code she was not supposed to see, and finds herself on the run from people who want to shut her down.

I generally rate a movie by how well it can to hold my attention, and this one kept me glued to my screen all the way through!

My only regret is that it I wish it lasted a little longer, to give it a more complete ending.

A good, watchable movie, and I recommend it.

Crypto Shadows captivated my attention from beginning to end. The slow dynamic build of story and character development took me on a dramatic and suspenseful journey that culminated in a thrilling climax and an unexpected resolution.

Mikayla Iverson's performance was outstanding. Her raw and emotional portrayal of Cara, a woman seeking solace on a secluded family ranch after a life-altering trauma, left me with a sense of both compassion and an understanding of the resilience of the human condition.

This film was beautifully shot and edited with inspirirational direction and sound design. I would highly recommend taking the time to indulge in this nail biting, dramatic cinematic experience. You won't be disappointed!