Prisoners

Prisoners

Year: 2013

Runtime: 153 min

Language: english

Director: Denis Villeneuve

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When Keller Dover's young daughter and her friend go missing, his world is shattered. As the frantic search intensifies and time runs out, Dover grapples with his desperate need to find them. Frustrated by the police's slow progress, he is driven to the edge, confronting his own inner demons in a harrowing quest to bring them home.

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1

Thanksgiving Gathering

Keller Dover and his family gather for Thanksgiving at their neighbors' home, the Birches. This festive occasion quickly turns to tragedy when Keller's young daughter, Anna, and her friend, Joy, mysteriously go missing.

Thanksgiving Day Birches' home
2

Girls Go Missing

The disappearance of Anna and Joy sends shockwaves through the community. The police initiate a search effort, raising concerns and fears among the families and neighbors.

3

Discovery of Suspicious RV

During the police investigation, a suspicious RV is discovered parked near a gas station close to a wooded area. This discovery heightens the tension as Detective Loki begins to piece together the case.

Gas station
4

Alex Jones' Arrest

Detective Loki questions Alex Jones, the driver of the RV, who panics and attempts to flee. His chaotic escape leads to a crash and subsequent arrest, marking a pivotal moment in the investigation.

Near gas station
5

Corpse Discovery

Detective Loki's investigation takes a dark turn when he discovers a corpse in a priest's basement, tied to a chair. The priest's claims about the deceased's intentions raise new concerns about the abduction.

Priest's basement
6

The Maze Pendant

Among the findings at the crime scene, a mysterious maze pendant is found around the corpse's neck. This detail becomes a crucial clue that Detective Loki follows up on in his investigation.

7

Jones' Interrogation

Despite aggressive interrogation tactics, Alex Jones, who has the mental capacity of a child, offers little useful information. His release frustrates Keller, who grows increasingly desperate to find his daughter.

Police station
8

Keller's Abduction of Jones

Driven by desperation, Keller kidnaps Alex Jones and imprisons him in an abandoned building, with the help of Joy's father, Franklin. This dark turn exposes the lengths Keller is willing to go to for his daughter.

Abandoned building
9

Torture for Information

Keller and Franklin resort to torturing Alex Jones in hopes of extracting vital information about the girls' locations. However, their brutal methods yield no significant results, intensifying the moral dilemmas they face.

Abandoned building
10

Candlelight Vigil

The community holds a candlelight vigil for the missing girls, showing unity and support. Detective Loki observes a suspicious figure during the event, prompting him to investigate further.

Community center
11

Composite Sketch Release

After chasing the hooded figure, Detective Loki creates a composite sketch which is released to the public. This development offers a glimmer of hope for the families as they continue to search for their daughters.

12

Discovery at Grace's Home

While investigating a break-in at another location, Loki uncovers evidence that suggests Keller is hiding something about his daughter’s case. This finding adds a layer of complexity to the ongoing investigation.

Grace's home
13

Arrest of Bob Taylor

Detective Loki apprehends a new suspect, Bob Taylor, whose unsettling background and home reveal connections to the abduction case. However, the arrest further complicates Keller's vengeful quest for answers.

Bob Taylor's home
14

Confrontation with Holly Jones

Keller learns from Holly Jones, who masterminded the abduction, that it was motivated by a desire for revenge. Her admission reveals a sinister plot intertwined with personal tragedy, complicating the resolution.

15

Climactic Rescue

In a tense and gripping climax, Detective Loki manages to save Anna just in time. Keller's journey ends in uncertainty, leaving audiences to ponder the implications of his actions and the moral complexities of justice.

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