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Movie spotlight

Stolen

2019
Movie
8 min
English

Alex struggles with the consequences of her fractured childhood. Will she move forward to self-fulfillment or fall back on old self-destructive patterns?

Insights

IMDb5.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes50%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users68%
Director: Annabelle AttanasioGenres: Drama, Comedy

Plot Summary

A wealthy, eccentric father, seemingly caring for his young son, is secretly embroiled in a child abduction scheme. His plan becomes complicated when a compassionate stranger begins to suspect his true intentions and tries to intervene.

Critical Reception

Stolen received a mixed reception from critics, with some praising its ambitious themes and performances, while others found its narrative to be uneven and its tone inconsistent. Audience reactions were similarly divided.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intriguing premise and strong lead performances, particularly from Jon Hamm.

  • Criticized for its sometimes convoluted plot and tonal shifts between drama and dark comedy.

  • Noted for its exploration of complex parental relationships and societal issues.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's unique story and the compelling acting, especially Jon Hamm's portrayal. However, some found the plot difficult to follow at times and the ending unsatisfying.

Fun Fact

The film marked the feature directorial debut for Annabelle Attanasio.

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