The Shielding Shadow

The Shielding Shadow

The Shielding Shadow

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The Shielding Shadow

1916

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Overview

The 15 chapter story involves the heroine being protected by a shadow with burning eyes. There's also a cloak of invisibility, some hypnotism and a giant octopus added to the mix.

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7 members

Acting

Grace Darmond

Leontine

Grace Darmond

Acting

Ralph Kellard

Jerry Carson

Ralph Kellard

Acting

Léon Bary

Sebastian Navarro

Léon Bary

Acting

Madlaine Traverse

Barbara

Madlaine Traverse

Acting

Lionel Braham

The Bouncer

Lionel Braham

Acting

Frankie Mann

The Cabaret Singer

Frankie Mann

Acting

Leslie King

One Lump Louie

Leslie King

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