Abduction


1h 40m 1981

Brief Synopsis

Based, loosely, on the story of Patty Hearst's kidnappings by the SLA. The daughter of wealthy businessman is taken hostage by a gang of radical black revolutionaries. While she fears for her life at first, she gradually starts to become sympathetic to her kidnappers' cause, and eventually considers herself to be one of them. When the police finally find her, will they bring her back to her family, or lock her up in jail?

Film Details

MPAA Rating
Genre
Crime
Drama
Thriller
Release Date
1981

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 40m
Sound
Mono
Color
Color (Technicolor)

Synopsis

The daugther of a rich businessman is kidnapped and held hostage by a group of African American revolutionaries. At first, she is in fear of her life, but eventually becomes sympathetic to the cause that the group espouses and begins to feel that she is one of them. When shis is finally rescued, there is some question as to whether she should be returned to her family or put in jail.

Film Details

MPAA Rating
Genre
Crime
Drama
Thriller
Release Date
1981

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 40m
Sound
Mono
Color
Color (Technicolor)

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Miscellaneous Notes

Released in United States Winter January 1, 1981

Released in United States Winter January 1, 1981