1994 The SHADOW

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Released on July 1, 1994, The Shadow is a superhero film based on the 1931 pulp fiction character created by Walter B. Gibson. Directed by Russell Mulcahy and written by David Koepp, the film stars Alec Baldwin as the titular vigilante.
The story follows Lamont Cranston (Baldwin), a former Tibetan drug kingpin turned wealthy playboy who uses psychic powers—specifically the ability to "cloud men's minds"—to fight crime in 1930s New York City. He faces his ultimate nemesis, Shiwan Khan (John Lone), a descendant of Genghis Khan who plans to conquer the world using an atomic bomb.
Cast: Alec Baldwin, John Lone, Penelope Ann Miller (as Margo Lane), Ian McKellen, Peter Boyle, Jonathan Winters, and Tim Curry.
Production: Produced by Universal Pictures with a budget of $40 million. It features a notable musical score by Jerry Goldsmith.
Reception: The film received mixed reviews and was considered a commercial failure, grossing $48 million worldwide, which halted plans for a potential franchise.

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