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Abduction
2011 106 min United States of America PG-13 12+
★4.5
Thriller, Action, Mystery
Director: John Singleton
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Description
For many years, Nathan Harper has had the uneasy feeling that life with his family isn't quite what it seems. As he draws closer to uncovering the truth, he is hunted by assassins, forcing him to flee with his neighbor, Karen, the only person he can trust.
Budget:
$35M
US Gross:
$28.09M
Worldwide:
$82.09M
Starring
Taylor Lautner
Actor
Lily Collins
Actor
Alfred Molina
Actor
Awards
2 wins & 3 nominations total
Key opinion
Abduction is widely regarded as a generic, formulaic action-thriller that functions primarily as a commercial vehicle for Taylor Lautner. While the veteran supporting cast earns consistent praise for their presence, the film is hampered by a clichéd screenplay and uneven execution.
| Acting | The veteran supporting cast, including Sigourney Weaver, Jason Isaacs, and Alfred Molina, provides the film's only credible weight and standout performances. | |
| Screenplay | The screenplay is a collection of derivative tropes and predictable action sequences that fails to offer any original narrative ideas. | |
| Direction | The stunts and action sequences are technically well-executed and visually effective, even when the surrounding plot feels hollow. | |
| Acting | Opinions on Taylor Lautner's performance are divided; some critics find him capable in action roles, while others feel he fails to shed his 'Twilight' persona and delivers shallow emotional work. | |
| Pacing | The film's pacing is polarizing, with some viewers finding the relentless chase format engaging while others describe the experience as tedious and plagued by long stretches of boredom. |