Captive
Captive

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Captive

2014
Movie
84 min
English

12 strangers are held against their will as each of them must go along with the rules if they are to get the cure for a killer virus which infects them all.

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IMDb5.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users55%
Director: Amat EscalanteGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman is kidnapped by a man who seems to be part of a larger, more sinister organization. As she tries to understand her captor's motives and escape, she uncovers a dark conspiracy that goes beyond her immediate situation. The film explores themes of power, control, and survival in a gritty and unsettling environment.

Critical Reception

Captive received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its tense atmosphere and unsettling portrayal of psychological manipulation. Some found the plot overly convoluted, but performances were generally commended.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its disturbing psychological tension and strong performances.

  • Criticized by some for a plot that can feel disjointed and hard to follow.

  • Noted for its bleak and unflinching look at dark human behavior.

Google audience: Audience reviews are divided, with some appreciating the film's dark and intense nature, while others found it too disturbing or lacking in narrative clarity.

Fun Fact

The film was inspired by a true story of a woman held captive in Mexico, though the narrative and characters are fictionalized.

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