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The Kidnappers
After losing their father in the Boer War, orphaned brothers Harry and Davy must leave their home in Scotland to live with their grandmother and cantankerous grandfather in Nova Scotia. The boys want nothing more than a pet dog, but their grandfather refuses to get them one. Then, when the brothers find an abandoned baby, they decide to keep it – but the foundling may not have been abandoned after all.
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Plot Summary
Set in Scotland and later in the American West, the story follows two orphaned boys who are kidnapped and taken to America by a trio of outlaws. The outlaws intend to ransom the boys, but a bond forms between the kidnappers and their young charges. As the journey progresses, the outlaws begin to question their criminal enterprise and consider a different path.
Critical Reception
The Kidnappers received a generally positive reception, appreciated for its charming blend of Western action and lighthearted comedy. Reviewers often highlighted the performances of the young actors and the evolving dynamic between the outlaws and the children, making it a feel-good family film of its era.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its heartwarming story and performances.
Enjoyed for its mix of humor and adventure.
Considered a charming family-friendly Western.
Google audience: Audience reception data for this older film is not readily available through Google Reviews.
Fun Fact
Despite being set in the American West for a significant portion of the film, 'The Kidnappers' was filmed entirely in the United Kingdom.
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