Kidnap (2017)

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A mother (in her Minivan) stops at nothing to recover her kidnapped son.

Introduction
"Kidnap" is a 2017 American thriller film directed by Luis Prieto and composed by Knate Lee. The motion picture stars Halle Berry as a mom who frantically tries to rescue her abducted child. It is a high-stakes, hectic, and extreme thriller that showcases a mother's determination and resilience in the face of a terrible ordeal.

Plot
The movie starts with Karla Dyson (Halle Berry), a separated mom who works as a waitress at a restaurant in New Orleans. While attending her boy Frankie (Sage Correa) at a local play area, she gets a call from her legal representative about a custody battle with her ex-husband. As she deals with the call, she forgets Frankie for a minute. Upon understanding that Frankie is missing, Karla enters into complete panic mode and desperately searches for him, only to see her child being pushed into a complete stranger's car.

Karla instantly goes after the automobile driven by the abductors, a couple named Margo (Chris McGinn) and Terry (Lew Temple), desperate to conserve her boy. Thus starts an intense and suspenseful car chase that goes on for numerous miles, with Karla non-stop pursuing the kidnappers despite the risks to herself and others on the road. Along the way, she attempts to contact the authorities, however the kidnappers avert capture at every turn.

The film's stress reaches brand-new heights as the chase shifts from the highway to the back roadways and eventually to a secluded area with an ominous-looking home. Karla gets to your home and rapidly understands that it's not just her boy being cooped here but other missing kids too. The kidnappers are revealed to be part of an ominous kid trafficking ring. Figured out to conserve the kids, Karla fearlessly faces the couple - who have now turned much more violent and unhinged - and handles to kill them both.

Following the violent confrontation, Karla goes back to the police headquarters and discovers that her ex-husband is there, really worried about the safety of their boy. They both embrace Frankie, reconciling as a household in the face of the traumatic events that have unfolded throughout the movie. By the end of the movie, Karla has conserved not only her son but also the other kids being cooped, dismantling the trafficking ring and bringing justice to the abductors.

Themes and Reception
"Kidnap" explores various themes, consisting of motherhood, determination, and the lengths to which an individual will go to secure their enjoyed ones. The movie concentrates on the bond between a mother and her kid, demonstrating how Karla's love and determination to save her son are what eventually fuel her fight against the lawbreakers.

Critics provided mixed reviews for the film. Some applauded Halle Berry's performance and the film's extreme pacing, while others considered the plot far-fetched and slammed the movie's dependence on cliches. In spite of these criticisms, the motion picture's tension and suspenseful action series kept audiences on the edge of their seats, proving its merit as an interesting thriller.

"Kidnap" earned $34.8 million around the world, making it a moderate ticket office success.

Conclusion
"Kidnap" takes the audience on an adrenaline-fueled journey as they follow Karla Dyson's unrelenting pursuit to save her abducted kid from a hazardous kid trafficking ring. Thanks to Halle Berry's engaging efficiency, "Kidnap" is a mentally charged and action-packed thriller that highlights the fierce love of a mother and the inconceivable lengths to which individuals will go to secure their loved ones. While the movie might not be ideal, it provides an exciting and impactful experience that keeps the viewer on the edge of their seat throughout its runtime.

Top Cast

  • Halle Berry (small)
    Halle Berry
    Karla McCoy
  • Sage Correa (small)
    Sage Correa
    Frankie
  • Chris McGinn (small)
    Chris McGinn
    Margo
  • Lew Temple (small)
    Lew Temple
    Terry
  • Jason George (small)
    Jason George
    David
  • Christopher Berry (small)
    Christopher Berry
    The Bearded Man
  • Arron Shiver (small)
    Arron Shiver
    Bill
  • Kurtis Bedford
    Del
  • Dana Gourrier (small)
    Dana Gourrier
    Deputy Sheriff
  • Carmella Riley (small)
    Carmella Riley
    Stephanie
  • Kristin McKenzie
    Mother in Park