Storyline — Shadows (1959)
John Cassavetes’s directorial debut revolves around a romance in New York City between Lelia, a light- skinned black woman, and Tony, a white man. The relationship is put in jeopardy when Tony meets Lelia’s darker-skinned jazz singer brother, Hugh, and discovers that her racial heritage is not what he thought it was. Shot on location in Manhattan with a mostly nonprofessional cast and crew, Shadows is a penetrating work that is widely considered the forerunner of the American independent film movement.
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Frequently asked questions
How many French subtitles are there for Shadows?
SubDL has 5 French subtitles for Shadows, contributed by 5 different members of the community. Each one is a separate file timed to a particular video release, so pick the entry whose release name is closest to your copy.
Which French subtitle should I pick for Shadows?
Match the release name to your video file. The French files here cover releases such as Shadows.1959.1080p.BluRay.x264-CiNEFiLE, Shadows.1959.720p.BluRay.x264-CiNEFiLE.FRA, Shadows.1959.720p.BluRay.x264-CiNEFiLE. If none matches exactly, choose the one with the same source (WEB-DL, BluRay, HDTV) and resolution — those usually share the same timing.
How do I add French subtitles to Shadows?
Download the .srt and put it next to the video file with the same name, and most players load it automatically. In VLC use Subtitle - Add Subtitle File, in Plex and Jellyfin upload it from the item's subtitle menu, and in Stremio pick it from the subtitle button during playback.
My French subtitle for Shadows is out of sync — how do I fix it?
A constant offset means the subtitle was timed to a different release: shift it with G and H in VLC, or J and K in MPV, until the first line matches. If the drift grows through the film, the frame rate differs and a file from the same release group is the better fix.
Are hearing-impaired (SDH) French subtitles available for Shadows?
Yes. Some of the French files here are marked HI (2 of 5), which means they also transcribe sound effects and identify who is speaking. The label shows in the list, so you can choose between an SDH file and a plain dialogue one.
Do I need an account to download French subtitles?
No. Searching and downloading are free and need no account, and there is no daily download limit on ordinary use. An account is only needed to upload subtitles, use the API, or subscribe to a Pro plan.