Captive

Captive

She was young, rich, and had everything... until they took her captive.

1986 · 98 min · ★ 4.0 · Crime, Thriller

The daughter of an international tycoon is kidnapped by a trio of abductors who seek to mold her to their lifestyle.

Directed by Paul Mayersberg · Written by Paul Mayersberg

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