Kidnapped
A woman's sister is kidnapped on her 16th Birthday and forced into filming pornography. A policeman helps the woman rescue her teenage sister from the pornographers.
Insights
Plot Summary
A group of young adults are lured to an isolated island estate for what they believe is a weekend party. However, they soon discover they have been deliberately brought there by a deranged millionaire for a twisted game of survival. As the night progresses, they are hunted one by one by the sadistic host and his accomplices, forcing them to fight for their lives against overwhelming odds.
Critical Reception
Kidnapped (1988) is a low-budget slasher film that received generally poor reviews from critics, often cited for its predictable plot and excessive gore. Audience reception was similarly muted, with many finding it a forgettable entry in the horror genre of the late 1980s.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its atmospheric tension by some niche horror fans.
- Widely criticized for its thin plot and reliance on gratuitous violence.
- Considered a forgettable entry in the slasher subgenre.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for 'Kidnapped (1988)' is not readily available, but general audience consensus aligns with critical reception, indicating a lack of significant positive engagement.
Fun Fact
Donald Pleasence, a veteran actor known for his role as Dr. Loomis in the Halloween franchise, is the most recognizable name in the cast of Kidnapped.
AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources