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Trapped

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When Will (Stuart Townsend) and Karen (Charlize Theron) Jennings are held hostage and their daughter is abducted, a relentless plan is set in motion that will challenge everything they took for granted. Joe (Kevin Bacon) and Cheryl (Courtney Love) Hickey, along with their cousin Marvin (Pruitt Taylor Vince), have orchestrated the foolproof plan to extort money from wealthy families. As the plan escalates and unravels, Will and Karen are pushed to the limit to get their daughter back alive.
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With its plot about child kidnapping and endangerment, Trapped is an exploitative thriller, more queasy than suspenseful.

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James Christopher The Times (UK) Luis Mandoki's movie Trapped is one of the most inept hostage thrillers I've ever seen. Dec 6, 2018 Full Review Scott Von Doviak Fort Worth Star-Telegram/DFW.com A sleazy, exploitative thriller that milks its child-in-danger premise for all it's worth. Dec 27, 2002 Full Review Dennis Lim Village Voice Brisk hack job. Oct 1, 2002 Full Review Dennis Schwartz Dennis Schwartz Movie Reviews An exploitative and upsetting domestic thriller. Rated: C+ Apr 9, 2017 Full Review Michael Dequina TheMovieReport.com The manner in which this film flies completely off the rails is undoubtedly amusing, but its also disappointing, considering the fair competence of all that came before. Rated: 2/4 Dec 28, 2008 Full Review Mark Halverson Sacramento News & Review Rated: 2/5 Aug 7, 2008 Full Review Read all reviews

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Stephen C Success in 1.45 hours!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Rated R for Sexual Content, Language and Violence!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The USA grossed over $6,900,000.00!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/23/25 Full Review Emilliano Jr S With great performances from stellar casts, it may be one of underrated thriller of early 2000's. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 12/17/24 Full Review Sharla W We thought it was good. Opened for a trapped 2! Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 08/04/24 Full Review Becky C I don't understand the low score. 🤔🤔 Great cast & terrific movie!! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/20/24 Full Review Gerald N An excellent thriller with a great cast. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/15/24 Full Review SkyRo P I personally found this movie to be quite decent, and I'm surprised by the negative reactions it has garnered. Despite the unsettling premise of child abduction, I believe the film was well-crafted and succeeded in keeping viewers engaged through suspenseful storytelling that sheds light on real-life dangers. The performances by Charlize Theron, Dakota Fanning, Courtney Love, Kevin Bacon, and Stuart Townsend were noteworthy, adding depth and authenticity to the narrative. Each actor brought a unique energy to their role, contributing to the overall impact of the film. It's unfortunate that the film has faced criticism from both critics and fans, as I found it to be intriguing and enjoyable. While opinions may vary, I didn't perceive it to be as bad as some have portrayed it. Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 08/12/24 Full Review Read all reviews
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Luis Mandoki

Director

Charlize Theron

Karen Jennings

Courtney Love

Cheryl Hickey

Stuart Townsend

Will Jennings

Kevin Bacon

Joe Hickey

Pruitt Taylor Vince

Marvin Pool

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Trapped

(From L. to R.) Courtney Love stars as Cheryl Hickey and Charlize Theron stars as Karen Jennings in Columbia Pictures action-packed thriller Trapped. Courtney Love stars as Cheryl Hickey in Columbia Pictures action-packed thriller Trapped. Charlize Theron stars as Karen Jennings and Kevin Bacon stars as Joe Hickey in Columbia Pictures action-packed thriller Trapped. Kevin Bacon stars as Joe Hickey in Columbia Pictures action-packed thriller Trapped. Kevin Bacon stars as Joe Hickey and Charlize Theron stars as Karen Jennings in Columbia Pictures action-packed thriller Trapped. Charlize Theron stars as Karen Jennings and Kevin Bacon stars as Joe Hickey in Columbia Pictures action-packed thriller Trapped. Charlize Theron is Karen Jennings in the Columbia Pictures presentation, TRAPPED. Kevin Bacon stars as Joe Hickey in Columbia Pictures action-packed thriller Trapped. Joe and Cheryl Hickey are played by Kevin Bacon and Courtney Love in the Columbia Pictures presentation, TRAPPED. Stuart Townsend stars as Will Jennings and Charlize Theron stars as his wife, Karen Jennings in Columbia Pictures action-packed thriller Trapped. View more photos

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Synopsis When Will (Stuart Townsend) and Karen (Charlize Theron) Jennings are held hostage and their daughter is abducted, a relentless plan is set in motion that will challenge everything they took for granted. Joe (Kevin Bacon) and Cheryl (Courtney Love) Hickey, along with their cousin Marvin (Pruitt Taylor Vince), have orchestrated the foolproof plan to extort money from wealthy families. As the plan escalates and unravels, Will and Karen are pushed to the limit to get their daughter back alive.
Director
Luis Mandoki
Producer
Mimi Polk Gitlin, Luis Mandoki
Screenwriter
Greg Iles, Greg Iles
Distributor
Columbia Pictures
Production Co
Mandolin Entertainment, Canton Company, Senator Entertainment, Propaganda Films
Rating
R (Sexual Content|Language|Violence)
Genre
Mystery & Thriller, Crime, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Sep 20, 2002, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Apr 16, 2012
Box Office (Gross USA)
$6.9M
Runtime
1h 45m
Sound Mix
Dolby SR, DTS, Dolby Stereo, Surround, SDDS, Dolby A, Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio
Flat (1.85:1)
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