Held for Ransom

A tense, harrowing true-story captivity drama that keeps you anxious for the hostage and his family, with little relief.

Directed by

Niels Arden Oplev

Genres

Drama

Starring

Esben Smed, Toby Kebbell, Amir El-Masry

Overview

HELD FOR RANSOM tells the true story of Danish photojournalist Daniel Rye who was held hostage for 398 days in Syria by the terror organization ISIS along with several other foreign nationals including the American journalist, James Foley. The film follows Daniel’s struggle to survive in captivity, his friendship with James, and the nightmare of the Rye family back home in Denmark as they try to do everything in their power to save their son. At the center of this crisis, we find hostage negotiator, Arthur, who plays a pivotal role in securing Daniel’s release.

How it feels

Tense, bleak, earnest and dark. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Survival, isolation, family, friendship

Content

Strong violence. Mild gore and language. No sexual content.

Note

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