Kidnapped
Kidnapped

Kidnapped

1960Movie97 minEnglish

Kidnapped and cheated out of his inheritance, young David Balfour falls in with a Jacobite adventurer, Alan Breck Stewart. Falsely accused of murder, they must flee across the Highlands, evading the redcoats.

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Delbert MannGenres: Adventure, Drama, Family, History

Plot Summary

The story follows David Balfour, a young Scottish lad who, after his father's death, is betrayed by his uncle and shipped off to the West Indies. He escapes and embarks on a perilous journey across Scotland to reclaim his rightful inheritance and expose his uncle's treachery. Along the way, he forms an unlikely alliance with the adventurous Alan Breck Stewart.

Critical Reception

While 'Kidnapped' received a generally positive reception for its adventurous spirit and faithfulness to Robert Louis Stevenson's novel, it is often considered a somewhat lesser-known adaptation of the classic tale. Critical praise focused on the performances and the scenic cinematography, though some found the pacing to be a bit uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its adventurous plot and loyalty to the source material.
  • Appreciated for its period detail and picturesque Scottish landscapes.
  • Some reviews noted a slightly slow pace in parts of the narrative.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Scotland, with many scenes filmed in the rugged Highlands, adding an authentic backdrop to the adventure.

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