Taken

Name: Taken
Released: 2008-02-18T00:00:00-05:00

PG-13 2008 Action, Thriller · 1h 34m

Bryan Mills, a former government operative, is trying to reconnect with his teenage daughter Kim. After reluctantly agreeing with his ex-wife to let Kim go to Paris on vacation with a friend, his worst nightmare comes true. While on the phone with his daughter shortly after she arrives in Paris, she and her friend are abducted by a gang of human traffickers. Working against the clock, Bryan relies on his extensive training and skills to track down the ruthless gang that abducted her and launch a one-man war to rescue his daughter.

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About Taken

When Kim, an American girl vacationing in Paris, is abducted by human traffickers, her estranged father, Bryan Mills, a former government operative, springs into action. Against the clock, Bryan utilizes his specialized skills to navigate the treacherous Parisian underworld. He faces formidable adversaries and overcomes seemingly insurmountable obstacles in his desperate attempt to rescue his daughter from a horrific fate. But time is running out, and Bryan must confront his own limitations as he battles to save the one person who means everything to him.

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Cast and Characters

Directed by Pierre Morel, Taken features Liam Neeson as Bryan Mills, a retired CIA operative and Kim's resourceful father. Maggie Grace portrays Kim Mills, the kidnapped daughter at the center of the crisis. Famke Janssen plays Lenore, Bryan's ex-wife and Kim's mother, adding emotional depth to the story. Leland Orser appears as Sam, Bryan's former colleague and friend, providing crucial assistance. Jon Gries takes on the role of Casey, another of Bryan's associates, who aids in the rescue mission. David Warshofsky embodies the character of Bernie, a key player who also supports Bryan in his relentless pursuit.

What people like about Taken

Audiences and critics alike have praised Taken for its gripping storyline, intense action sequences, and Liam Neeson's compelling performance. Many appreciate the film's no-nonsense approach and its focus on the raw emotion of a father's unwavering determination. The expertly choreographed fight scenes and the film's brisk pacing have also been widely lauded. Viewers have consistently cited Taken as a standout action thriller that redefined the genre and solidified Liam Neeson's status as a modern action icon.

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Movie Score

74%

Released

February 18, 2008

Director

Pierre Morel

Film Series

Taken Movies

Cast

Liam Neeson, Maggie Grace, Leland Orser, Famke Janssen, Jon Gries, David Warshofsky

Genre

Action, Thriller

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