Shadow Dancing
Shadow Dancing ★★★ 1988 (PG)
The proprietor of the auspicious Beaumont Theater of Dance is haunted by one of his former dancers who died unexpectedly during a performance of “Medusa.” Now, over 50 years later, Jessica, the pick for the lead in a new production, begins to take on her predecessor's mannerisms and spirit as she faces her impending doom. Surprisingly believable and sus penseful—and scary! 100m/C VHS . Nadine Van Der Velde, James Kee, John Colicos, Shirley Douglas, Christopher Plummer; D: John Furey; M: Jay Gruska.
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