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Trapped

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Trapped

R

Released Sep 20, 2002

1h 45m

Mystery & Thriller

Crime

Drama

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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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Critics Consensus

With its plot about child kidnapping and endangerment, Trapped is an exploitative thriller, more queasy than suspenseful.

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James Christopher

Times (UK)

Luis Mandoki's movie Trapped is one of the most inept hostage thrillers I've ever seen.

Dec 6, 2018

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Empire Magazine

Rated: 1/5

Sep 27, 2003

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Neil Smith

BBC.com

Rated: 2/5

Apr 21, 2003

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Dennis Schwartz

Dennis Schwartz Movie Reviews

An exploitative and upsetting domestic thriller.

Rated: C+

Apr 9, 2017

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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

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Mark Halverson

Sacramento News & Review

Rated: 2/5

Aug 7, 2008

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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

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Sharla W

We thought it was good. Opened for a trapped 2!

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

08/04/24

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Becky C

I don't understand the low score. 🤔🤔 Great cast & terrific movie!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/20/24

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Gerald N

An excellent thriller with a great cast.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/15/24

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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

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Marc Z

This is the story of a group of kidnappers that become ensnared by a more difficult situation than they are used to. Charles Theron plays the part of the mother of the kidnapped victim very well. She is a really great actress. Kevin Bacon plays the role of the abusive kidnapper very well. Dakota Fanning is good as the kidnap victim. She is a great child actress. Pruitt Taylor Vince is likable as the slow and manipulated kidnapper. The rest of the supporting cast is very good. Despite good acting, the execution just doesn't ever take this movie to a place where it is great. It is smart, and it is based upon a book that I have not read.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

01/15/24

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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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