Captive (2015)
Faith. Redemption. Survival.
Based on a miraculous true story that drew the attention of the entire nation, is the dramatic, thrilling, and spiritual journey of Ashley Smith and Brian Nichols. After being taken hostage by Brian in her own apartment, Ashley turns to Rick Warren’s inspirational book, The Purpose Driven Life, for guidance. In reading from the book, Ashley not only finds purpose in her own life, but helps Brian find a more peaceful resolution to a harrowing situation.
Director: Jerry Jameson
Genre: Crime, Drama, Thriller
Runtime: 97 min
Release Date: September 17, 2015
Cast
- Kate Mara - Ashley Smith
- David Oyelowo - Brian Nichols
- Michael Kenneth Williams - Detective John Chestnut
- Mimi Rogers - Kim Rogers
- Leonor Varela - Sergeant Carmen Sandoval
- E. Roger Mitchell - Sergeant Teasley
- Kevin J. O'Connor - FBI Agent
- Matt Lowe - Randy
- Jessica Oyelowo - Meredith MacKenzie
- J. Karen Thomas - Mrs. Nichols
Screenplay
- Brian Bird (Screenplay)
- Ashley Smith (Book)
Music: Lorne Balfe
Cinematography: Luis David Sansans
Editing: Melissa Kent
Production: Itaca Films, BN Films, 1019 Entertainment, Brightside Entertainment, Yoruba Saxon
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Budget: $2M
Box Office: $3M
Original Language: en
Themes
Drug Addiction and Downfall, Drug Cartel Wars and Blood, Cartel's Ruthless Grip and Violence, Addiction and Recovery, Underground Drug Dens and Misery
Keywords
hostage, drug addiction, based on true story, murder, single mother, drugs, recovering addict, car theft
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Captive about?
- Based on a miraculous true story that drew the attention of the entire nation, is the dramatic, thrilling, and spiritual journey of Ashley Smith and Brian Nichols. After being taken hostage by Brian in her own apartment, Ashley turns to Rick Warren’s inspirational book, The Purpose Driven Life, for guidance. In reading from the book, Ashley not only finds purpose in her own life, but helps Brian find a more peaceful resolution to a harrowing situation.
- Who directed Captive?
- Captive was directed by Jerry Jameson.
- Who stars in Captive?
- Captive stars Kate Mara, David Oyelowo, Michael Kenneth Williams, Mimi Rogers, Leonor Varela, E. Roger Mitchell.
- How long is Captive?
- Captive has a runtime of 1h 37m (97 minutes).
- What genre is Captive?
- Captive is a Crime, Drama, Thriller film.
- What is the budget of Captive?
- Captive had a budget of $2M.
- How much did Captive gross?
- Captive grossed $3M worldwide.
- Where was Captive produced?
- Captive was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of Captive?
- The themes of Captive include: Drug Addiction and Downfall, Drug Cartel Wars and Blood, Cartel's Ruthless Grip and Violence, Addiction and Recovery, Underground Drug Dens and Misery.