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What is ShadowLand?

ShadowLand is a modern Twilight Zone–style anthology. Each episode is self-contained, blending realism with speculative tension. From AI-induced societal collapse to morally complex government conspiracies, ShadowLand examines the shadows of our choices.

  • Ethics and technology
  • Human decision-making under pressure
  • Unintended consequences of ambition
  • Ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances


Our Cinematic Offerings

Episode 1

The Fifth Generation

Sam Sixkiller narrates a world facing irreversible AI job loss, social unrest, and human inertia.

Episode 2

The Override Protocol

A national AI takes control of infrastructure, challenging humans to reclaim authority before total chaos.

Episode 3

The Sicilian Connection

Espionage, Costa Rican landscapes, and secret government dealings collide in a tense, grounded thriller.

About the Creator

Edward R. Hwass, Jr.—Guitar maker, entrepreneur, and founder of ShadowLand. Bringing decades of real-world experience, creative vision, and unapologetic storytelling to every episode.