Ransom

Year: 1977

Runtime: 90 mins

Language: English

Director: Richard Compton

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A Native American stalks a seaside resort town, using a high‑powered crossbow to murder police officers and wealthy locals. He issues an ultimatum: pay $5 million or watch the entire town be wiped out, forcing the richest residents to decide whether to meet his demand.

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