Cast
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Alyson Hannigan
as Mary Stauffer
Daphne Hoskins
as Beth Stauffer
Howie Lai
as Ming Sen Shiue
Daniel Nemes
as Irv Stauffer
Miles Phoenix Foley
as Steven Stauffer
Karly Warkentin
as Sarah
Reese Alexander
as Sgt Wyatt Rayburn
Harper Postma
as Jason
Ronald Patrick Thompson
as Deputy Taylor
Bronwen Smith
as Kris Dunlap
Laura Di Cicco
as Jason's Mother
Corina Akeson
as Ann
Serge Jaswal
as Robert
Caroline Chan
as Hair Stylist June
Ash Lee
as Brian
Crew
Director
- Jim Donovan
Writer
- Michael Vickerman
Producer
- Navid Soofi
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Thematic Analysis
This Horror/Thriller/Drama/TV Movie film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Abducted: The Mary Stauffer Story presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Jim Donovan brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2019, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Abducted: The Mary Stauffer Story took approximately 30 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 87 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 109 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 10 months to complete.
- The musical score contains over 59 unique compositions.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
Historical Context
- In 2019, when this film is released:
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: October 5, 2019
- Runtime: 1h 27m
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