The Kidnapping
The Kidnapping

The Kidnapping

2017Movie95 minSlovak

The last day of the first year of the young Slovak Republic is coming to an end. Everyone is celebrating. The king of the underworld, Efendi, and the President. Only the President has nothing to celebrate. The President, who himself has trodden the path to office, refuses to appoint his clever Chalanis as Minister. The President will become uncomfortable. How to make him listen to what the President wants? The President's son is beaten up in broad daylight by an organised group and taken abroad a few months later. A young Secret Service agent, Oskar, gripped by conscience, confesses to an investigator that he took part in the abduction at the behest of his superiors...

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IMDb4.8/10
Google Users28%
Director: Luis PrietoGenres: Thriller, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

A mother in distress discovers her young son has been abducted and immediately sets off in a desperate pursuit. She must use all her resources and strength to track down the kidnappers and rescue her child before it's too late. The relentless chase takes her through dangerous territory, pushing her to her absolute limits.

Critical Reception

The Kidnapping received a generally negative reception from critics, who found its plot predictable and the execution lacking in originality. While some performances were noted, the film was largely criticized for its uninspired storytelling and reliance on familiar thriller tropes. Audiences also seemed unimpressed, leading to low ratings.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film relies on tired clichés of the abduction thriller genre.
  • Halle Berry's performance is commendable but cannot elevate the weak script.
  • Lacks suspense and originality, making for a forgettable viewing experience.

Google audience: Google users largely found 'The Kidnapping' to be a predictable and unengaging film. Many viewers expressed disappointment with the plot's lack of twists and the overall uninspired direction, feeling it failed to deliver the intended suspense or emotional impact.

Fun Fact

Despite being released in 2017, 'The Kidnapping' (also known as 'Kidnap') is often confused with other films of similar titles and themes, contributing to its relative obscurity.

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