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The story of Edgardo Mortara, a young Jewish boy living in Bologna, Italy, who in 1858, after being secretly baptized, was forcibly taken from his family to be raised as a Christian. His parents’ struggle to free their son became part of a larger political battle that pitted the papacy against forces of democracy and Italian unification.
Set in 1970s France, the film revisits the true story of a young girl whose parents, former members of the French Resistance, are kidnapped by a mysterious organization. As the girl navigates the complex adult world and the ambiguous truth surrounding her parents' disappearance, she is left to question the nature of love, loyalty, and the stories we tell ourselves.
Kidnapped received mixed to positive reviews from critics. Many praised its atmospheric tension, strong performances, particularly from Isabelle Huppert, and its exploration of complex themes. However, some critics found the pacing deliberate and the narrative occasionally elusive.
Praised for its compelling atmosphere and standout performance by Isabelle Huppert.
Noted for its thoughtful exploration of memory and trauma.
Criticized by some for its slow-burn pacing and ambiguous storytelling.
Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's mature themes and historical context, finding it to be a thought-provoking drama with strong acting. Some viewers found the plot to be somewhat slow or difficult to fully grasp.
The film is based on the true story of the kidnapping of Sophie Béatrice de La Rochefoucauld, daughter of the Comte de La Rochefoucauld and her husband, Alain de La Rochefoucauld.
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Based on a bizarre true story, this follows the tale of the young Edgardo Sala who was living quite happily with his Jewish parents and siblings in Bologna until an official arrives one evening to tell them he is to be removed from their ca...