The Saratov Approach (2013)
Kidnapped, Ransomed, Delivered
An inspirational true story. On what seemed like any other day, Elders Travis Tuttle (Corbin Allred) and Andrew Propst (Maclain Nelson) are approached by Nikolai (Nikita Bogolyubov) to teach a friend. But then the missionaries experience the unimaginable - they are kidnapped, beaten, and held for ransom. While their families, friends, and the world pray for their safe release, Tuttle and Propst are tested physically, emotionally, and most of all spiritually.
Director: Garrett Batty
Genre: Thriller, Drama, Action
Runtime: 101 min
Release Date: October 9, 2013
Cast
- Corbin Allred - Elder Tuttle
- Maclain Nelson - Elder Propst
- Nikita Bogolyubov - Nikolai
- Alex Veadov - Sergei
- Jennifer Erekson - Mary Propst
- Bruce Newbold - Lee Propst
- Peggy Matheson - Donna Tuttle
- Paul Mulder - Mr. Tuttle
- Brett Merritt - Mark Larsen
- Bart Johnson - Senator Smith
Screenplay
Cinematography: Jeremy Prusso
Editing: Connor O'Malley
Production: Saratov Films, Three Coin Productions
Country: Ukraine, United States of America
Language: Український, English
Box Office: $2M
Original Language: en
Themes
Child Kidnapping and the Family's Great Terror, Kidnapping and Hostage Thriller, Nostalgic Memories and the Past, Human Trafficking Nightmare
Keywords
ransom, kidnapping, missionary, based on true story, mormon missionary, 1990s, abduction
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Saratov Approach about?
- An inspirational true story. On what seemed like any other day, Elders Travis Tuttle (Corbin Allred) and Andrew Propst (Maclain Nelson) are approached by Nikolai (Nikita Bogolyubov) to teach a friend. But then the missionaries experience the unimaginable - they are kidnapped, beaten, and held for ransom. While their families, friends, and the world pray for their safe release, Tuttle and Propst are tested physically, emotionally, and most of all spiritually.
- Who directed The Saratov Approach?
- The Saratov Approach was directed by Garrett Batty.
- Who stars in The Saratov Approach?
- The Saratov Approach stars Corbin Allred, Maclain Nelson, Nikita Bogolyubov, Alex Veadov, Jennifer Erekson, Bruce Newbold.
- How long is The Saratov Approach?
- The Saratov Approach has a runtime of 1h 41m (101 minutes).
- What genre is The Saratov Approach?
- The Saratov Approach is a Thriller, Drama, Action film.
- How much did The Saratov Approach gross?
- The Saratov Approach grossed $2M worldwide.
- Where was The Saratov Approach produced?
- The Saratov Approach was produced in Ukraine, United States of America.
- What are the themes of The Saratov Approach?
- The themes of The Saratov Approach include: Child Kidnapping and the Family's Great Terror, Kidnapping and Hostage Thriller, Nostalgic Memories and the Past, Human Trafficking Nightmare.