Shadowplay (2026)

Shadowplay is a 2026 American drama short directed and written by Monty Wolfe, with Kevin Weaver serving as co-director. The film follows an introverted young man whose fascination with celluloid film and analog photography leads him into an unexpected friendship with a cynical co-worker. Their connection develops through an old-fashioned, distinctly analog way of communicating.

Starring Dylan Miguel Argo, Troy Chittock, Matt Vargas, Myndi Stalnaker and Edward Bernier, Shadowplay is a character-driven story about friendship, creativity and human connection in an increasingly digital world. With a running time of approximately 25 minutes, the film uses its affection for traditional photography and filmmaking as both a visual language and a central part of its themes.

• Shadowplay was released digitally in the United States on February 26, 2026, with its initial availability focused on the festival circuit.
• Monty Wolfe directed, co-directed, wrote and handled cinematography for the film.
• Kevin Weaver served as co-director and set decorator, contributing to the film's deliberately analog visual atmosphere.
• Taber Arias composed the original music for the short.
• The film is classified as an English-language American drama and has a reported running time of approximately 25 minutes.