Shadows of the Past (2022) Plot Summary Explained

Release, runtime and language

2022 · 89 mins · German

Directed by

Dominik Graf

Starring

Frederic Linkemann, Florian Stetter, Tyron Ricketts, Michael Rotschopf, Robert Sigl, Lena Baader

Christina's life is marked by a formative love affair with Jakob when she was sixteen. His sudden death leaves a lasting impact, shaping her future. Two decades later, a chance encounter with Patrick, a young man who bears a striking resemblance to Jakob, rekindles feelings she thought long gone. As Patrick’s qualities and mannerisms echo those of her lost love, Christina finds herself drawn to him. However, Patrick grows increasingly uneasy as Christina’s perception of him blurs the lines between two different men, ultimately leading to her disappearance.