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Real Cases of Shadow People: The Sarah McCormick Story (2019): Cast & Ratings

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Real Cases of Shadow People: The Sarah McCormick Story is a 2019 thriller documentary directed by Joseph Mazzaferro and Jospeh D. Thomas, starring Kierney Nelson as Sarah McCormick, Mara Darrow and Michael Kenneth Fahr. It runs 1 hour 47 minutes. Its Echo Score is 27/100.

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Real Cases of Shadow People: The Sarah McCormick Story (2019) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 47m (107 min)
Original language
English
After the credits
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The story

What Is Real Cases of Shadow People: The Sarah McCormick Story About?

The premise of Real Cases of Shadow People: The Sarah McCormick Story without spoilers.

In October 2018, three students—Sarah McCormick, Kyle Miller, and Joseph Moore—vanished. Police recently released video surveillance footage from the abandoned Yost house, purportedly capturing the group’s final moments while documenting encounters with Shadow People. The video offers a disturbing glimpse into their experiences before their unexplained disappearance, raising questions about what occurred within the abandoned property.

Real Cases of Shadow People: The Sarah McCormick Story Themes & Keywords

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  • house
  • car
  • road trip
  • found footage
  • interview
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Cast & crew

Real Cases of Shadow People: The Sarah McCormick Story Cast & Characters

Kierney Nelson leads the cast as Sarah McCormick, with Mara Darrow as Ms. Stephanie Yost and Michael Kenneth Fahr as Clip 5. Directed by Joseph Mazzaferro and Jospeh D. Thomas; 7 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Real Cases of Shadow People: The Sarah McCormick Story

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From the directors

More from Joseph Mazzaferro and Jospeh D. Thomas

More films directed by Joseph Mazzaferro and Jospeh D. Thomas, best-rated first: The House on Laura Anne Dr., Mystery Box: The Amber Green Story, The Haunting of Julia Fields and Share or Die.

Ratings

Real Cases of Shadow People: The Sarah McCormick Story Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 27/100, strongest in sensory experience (40) and weakest in story & flow (20).

27 /100

Real Cases of Shadow People: The Sarah McCormick Story Echo Score Breakdown

The film’s primary weakness lies in its lack of narrative structure and unrefined production. Reviewers repeatedly note an absent plot, prolonged idle sequences, and amateurish acting that fails to engage. While a few observers mention occasional smooth found‑footage camerawork and spontaneous humor, these moments are outweighed by pervasive boredom and technical sloppiness. Consequently the overall impression is markedly negative, offering little reason for recommendation.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 30

    In terms of direction and cinematography, the film exhibits a low‑budget found‑footage aesthetic that many reviewers describe as uneven and poorly edited. A minority of commentary notes occasional steady framing and smooth visual moments, yet the majority perceive the overall craft as amateurish, with inconsistent lighting and jarring cuts that detract from any artistic merit.

  • Character & Emotion 35

    When evaluating acting and character depth, critiques are overwhelmingly negative, citing flat performances, irritating dialogue, and an inability to convey emotion. A few users acknowledge spontaneous chemistry among the three leads that generates occasional humor, but this scant positive note is eclipsed by pervasive claims of amateur acting and a lack of any meaningful character development throughout the runtime.

  • Story & Flow 20

    The narrative receives the harshest criticism, with reviewers describing a virtually nonexistent plot, excessive meandering, and an anticlimactic pacing that stalls for the majority of the film. Only the final ten minutes are acknowledged as delivering any tension or resolution. Overall, the story is perceived as absent, rendering the viewing experience largely aimless and unsatisfying.

  • Sensory Experience 40

    Regarding sound and visual style, the film’s found‑footage format yields a raw, unpolished aesthetic that many find jarring. Some reviewers commend the occasional smooth camera work and effective low‑light horror ambience in the closing segment. Nevertheless, the predominant feedback points to inconsistent audio levels, grainy visuals, and overall sensory execution that undermines immersion.

  • Rewatch Factor 30

    The rewatch potential is viewed as minimal, with the majority of comments labeling the film a waste of time and lacking any incentive for repeat viewings. A solitary perspective suggests that audiences open to mockumentary comedy might derive some enjoyment, yet this isolated endorsement does not offset the prevailing consensus that the movie offers little lasting appeal.

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Real Cases of Shadow People: The Sarah McCormick Story Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Real Cases of Shadow People: The Sarah McCormick Story.

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Details

Real Cases of Shadow People: The Sarah McCormick Story Also Known As

3 alternative titles, including “Real Cases of Shadow People: Missing Person Sarah McCormick” and “Люди-тени: история исчезновения Сары МакКормик”.

Also known as
  • Real Cases of Shadow People: Missing Person Sarah McCormick
  • Люди-тени: история исчезновения Сары МакКормик
  • 影人莎拉·麦考密克的最后一段录像

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FAQ

Real Cases of Shadow People: The Sarah McCormick Story FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Real Cases of Shadow People: The Sarah McCormick Story, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Real Cases of Shadow People: The Sarah McCormick Story?

Real Cases of Shadow People: The Sarah McCormick Story runs 1 hour 47 minutes (107 minutes).

When was Real Cases of Shadow People: The Sarah McCormick Story released?

Real Cases of Shadow People: The Sarah McCormick Story was released on January 16, 2019.

Who directed Real Cases of Shadow People: The Sarah McCormick Story?

Real Cases of Shadow People: The Sarah McCormick Story was directed by Joseph Mazzaferro and Jospeh D. Thomas.

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Who is in the cast of Real Cases of Shadow People: The Sarah McCormick Story?

Real Cases of Shadow People: The Sarah McCormick Story stars Kierney Nelson as Sarah McCormick, Mara Darrow as Ms. Stephanie Yost and Michael Kenneth Fahr as Clip 5, among 7 credited actors.

Does Real Cases of Shadow People: The Sarah McCormick Story have a post-credit scene?

No. Real Cases of Shadow People: The Sarah McCormick Story has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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