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Kidnap
2017 95 min United Kingdom, United States of America R 18+
★5.2
Action, Thriller
Director: Luis Prieto
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Description
A mother (in her Minivan) stops at nothing to recover her kidnapped son.
Budget:
$21M
US Gross:
$30.97M
Worldwide:
$30.72M
Starring
Halle Berry
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Sage Correa
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Chris McGinn
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Awards
2 wins & 4 nominations total
Key opinion
Kidnap is widely viewed as a B-movie thriller that relies almost entirely on Halle Berry's committed lead performance to stay afloat. While some viewers enjoy its fast-paced, straightforward intensity, most critics find the script’s logical lapses and implausible plot points difficult to overlook.
| Acting | Halle Berry delivers a dedicated and intense performance that serves as the film's primary anchor. | |
| Screenplay | The plot relies on preposterous, serendipitous scenarios and implausible decision-making that strain credibility. | |
| Editing | The technical execution, specifically regarding continuity and editing, appears unpolished and substandard. | |
| Pacing | The film's relentless momentum polarizes audiences: some find it a fun, high-octane ride, while others dismiss the experience as a poorly crafted, low-budget effort. |