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Even if you're not a fan of the great Tim Roth, "Captives" is a must see film. The story draws you in, along with the strong believable performances by Roth and Julia Ormond. The strong chemistry between those two is electric - you can literally feel the sparks. Bittersweet and touching, but also suspenseful. Be sure to check out this drama.

I have to admit I checked out this movie solely because it was filmed locally and was curious how it turned out - what a pleasant surprise! I would describe this quiet, somewhat slow moving film as a bittersweet, and moving testament to the bonds of family. It is also eerily reminiscent of Redford's "Ordinary People" starring Keifer's dad, Donald Sutherland. The performances were A+. The interplay between father and son were especially moving and I couldn't help thinking( hypothetically of course)of Keifer's own personal issues with his own estranged father(especially since Keifer also directed this, as well as starred in it). Ideally this movie would of, I believe, have had a bigger audience as a movie of the week or say a Hallmark presentation. Too bad, as "Woman Wanted" is a likable film deserving of more recognition, or even possibly an Emmy nomination if it was. But be warned, this movie is quite slow...just stick with it, it'll be worth it.

Other than the beautiful soundtrack, there's not much here that is memorable. Most of the cast looks out of place and uncomfortable in their roles ( see Milla sing, see Milla act - not ). It's like a puzzle with too many pieces improperly placed. Not plot driven, with only free floating situations with a couple of fragmented flashbacks, which only give away too much too soon. Coupled with a gratuitous sex scene here and there, it all makes for an anti-climatic, predictable ending. I would of liked to see more of Peter Mullan's character fleshed out a bit more instead of the incessant close-ups of Sarah Polley and Wes Bentley. It's like "Dawson's Creek" meets "Jeremiah Johnson".