Stolen (2012)
A former thief, now trying to live a legitimate life, is forced to confront his past when his daughter is kidnapped. As the clock ticks, he embarks on a frantic search to rescue her, learning that she has been locked in the trunk of a moving taxi. With time running out and the kidnappers demanding a ransom, he must use all of his old skills to track her down before it's too late.
Stolen is one of those fast-paced thrillers that keeps you on the edge of your seat from beginning to end. The movie follows Nicolas Cage as a former thief who’s forced to use his skills to rescue his daughter, who’s been kidnapped. What makes this film stand out is the intense, emotional core at the heart of the action. As Cage’s character races against the clock, you feel the desperation and the love he has for his daughter, which adds a sense of urgency to every scene. The plot is relatively straightforward—it's a high-stakes pursuit across the city—but what makes it interesting is the personal connection to the protagonist's past. The action scenes are gripping, and Cage plays the role of a man pushed to his limits with just the right balance of determination and vulnerability. You’re rooting for him the whole time, even when the situation looks hopeless. While it’s not the most original film, Stolen succeeds in delivering what it promises: heart-pounding action and emotional tension. If you’re into thrillers that combine crime, action, and a bit of heart, this one is definitely worth watching.
Stolen is a fast-paced thriller that keeps you on the edge of your seat, with Nicolas Cage playing a man desperate to get his daughter back after she’s kidnapped. The film thrives on the tense, ticking-clock premise, offering a high-stakes chase through the gritty streets of New Orleans. While the plot isn’t groundbreaking, the energy of the action sequences and Cage’s frantic yet determined performance drive the film forward. It's a guilty pleasure for fans of thrillers, even if it doesn’t offer much in terms of character depth or emotional complexity. Still, it delivers plenty of suspense and nail-biting moments.