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Captives

1988·Movie
1h 24min
48
MediocreGoodWatch score

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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense and violent

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension8
  • Violence7
  • Adrenaline6

Heart

Melancholic

  • Melancholy7
  • Pathos6
  • Catharsis5

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor5
  • Cringe Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay2

World

The mind, crime, and everyday modern life

  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • World Immersion6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Intrigue9
  • Character Depth8
  • Complexity8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsSolo WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

Referred to as “the most accomplished SOV horror film from this era,” Captives, is the sophomore effort of director Gary Cohen (Video Violence 1&2). Three weirdoes invade the home of a well-to-do family while the husband is at work. They aren't there to steal anything; they have a video they want to show the wife. On it is the past life of her husband, something much more violent and drug-fueled than she ever could have expected. When things go wrong for the invaders and blood gets shed, the wife must reconcile what she has seen and what she knows, and her new knowledge of the past makes her future unthinkable.
Psychological HorrorHome InvasionVideo Nasties EraPast TraumaUnspeakable TruthsMind-BendingViolent ConfrontationCult Film

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No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Captives legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Fawesome and Tubi TV. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Captives worth watching?

48
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 49/100 (IMDb 4.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Captives rated?

ViolenceDisturbing imageryDrug use

Content advisories: violence, disturbing imagery, and drug use.

How long is Captives?

1 h 24 min

Captives runs 1 h 24 min.

What language is Captives in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Captives?

5AUCAGBMXUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Captives in 5 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.