Stolen (2010)
The Baby Kahu Story
Based on a true story, STOLEN is an emotional thriller about every parent's greatest fear. Kahu Durie - the adopted baby daughter of Maori High Court Judge, Justice Eddie Durie and prominent lawyer, Donna Hall - is snatched at gunpoint as Donna pushes the pram in the street. Nine tense days follow and the nation is gripped by brave television appeals for the baby's safe return. Following Donna Hall's emotional public plea, a letter arrives, demanding the highest ransom in New Zealand's history. The police work tirelessly and the net closes on a secluded house...Terence Traynor became intent on committing a perfect crime, motivated by greed and inspired by American TV.
Director: Britta Johnstone
Runtime: 85 min
Release Date: July 26, 2010
Cast
- Miriama Smith - Donna Hall
- Scott Wills - Detective Inspector Stuart Wildon
- George Henare - Justice Eddie Durie
- Nick Blake - Terence Traynor
- Jezella Gilbert - Baby Kahu
- Mark Ruka - Jarmie Piripi
- Maria Walker - Anaha Morehu
- Te Kohe Tuhaka - Warwick Morehu
- Peter Hambleton - DS Larry Reid
- Roz Turnbull - Detective Sally Holland
Screenplay
Production: South Pacific Pictures
Country: New Zealand
Language: English, Maori
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Britta Johnstone
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Stolen about?
- Based on a true story, STOLEN is an emotional thriller about every parent's greatest fear. Kahu Durie - the adopted baby daughter of Maori High Court Judge, Justice Eddie Durie and prominent lawyer, Donna Hall - is snatched at gunpoint as Donna pushes the pram in the street. Nine tense days follow and the nation is gripped by brave television appeals for the baby's safe return. Following Donna Hall's emotional public plea, a letter arrives, demanding the highest ransom in New Zealand's history. The police work tirelessly and the net closes on a secluded house...Terence Traynor became intent on committing a perfect crime, motivated by greed and inspired by American TV.
- Who directed Stolen?
- Stolen was directed by Britta Johnstone.
- Who stars in Stolen?
- Stolen stars Miriama Smith, Scott Wills, George Henare, Nick Blake, Jezella Gilbert, Mark Ruka.
- How long is Stolen?
- Stolen has a runtime of 1h 25m (85 minutes).
- Where was Stolen produced?
- Stolen was produced in New Zealand.