The Disappearance of Alice Creed
Director: J Blakeson
Actors: Gemma Arterton, Eddie Marsan, Martin Compston
PlotTwo men, Vic and Danny, meticulously plan and execute the abduction of a young woman named Alice. They transform a secluded apartment into a soundproof prison, taking every precaution to ensure their crime remains undetected. After kidnapping Alice, they strip her of her dignity and dress her in a tracksuit, binding her to a bed. Alice struggles and fights, but the men remain resolute, intimidation and violence keeping her subdued. Their motivation is purely financial; they intend to ransom her back to her wealthy father. Despite their careful planning, tensions arise between Vic and Danny as their personalities and motivations clash.
As the days pass, the situation becomes increasingly volatile. Alice, determined and resourceful, looks for any possible means of escape, taking advantage of every opportunity to outsmart her captors. The dynamics shift rapidly, secrets unravel, and trust erodes among the trio. The intense psychological battle of wits among the characters propels the narrative forward, each action leading to increasingly unpredictable outcomes. The precarious balance of power continuously shifts, leading to mounting suspense and unforeseen twists, escalating the tension to its boiling point.
Writers: J Blakeson
Release Date: 30 Apr 2010
Runtime: 100 min
Rating: R
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
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