Review of Kidnap (2017) by Trina B — 02 Aug 2017

Grade:  C.

Rating:   R.

In a Nutshell:  Having your child kidnapped is every parent's fear.  You don't mess with a mother and her son.  (I have 4 sons.).

Uplifting theme: .

"I will never let you go." - (Karla McCoy) Halle Berry   That's the fierce attitude of protection every parent of a young child needs to have.  .

 Think smart. .

Things I liked:

The opening music tells you that you're in for an intense ride that rips your heart out.

Halle Berry is as beautiful as always.  How is it that she doesn't age, but I do?

What a miracle it was to watch the little boy grow up in the opening sequences. My babies grew up way too fast.

Lots of interesting drone views from above and other different camera angles.

I was impressed that she spoke nicely about her ex-husband's new girlfriend for their son's sake.  Wow, I don't think I would be that composed.

She does a lot of things right, but she also makes some dumb mistakes.

I can't blame her for not wanting to wait for the police to take care of matters.  Good for her for taking action.

It's somewhat suspenseful as you wonder what the scumbag abductors are going to do next and what you would do as a parent in that situation.

Things I didn't like:

It's just not that good of a movie.  Halle Berry is fierce, but the script lets her down.

The custody battle that begins in the movie is left unresolved.

SPOILER: That was pretty bold and dumb of the kidnappers since they didn't know she wouldn't have a cell phone on her. For all they knew, she could have easily called the cops or anyone for help within seconds.

Lots of driving around, watching Halle Berry look worried and upset.

There should have been some kind of informational graphic at the end, telling audiences about how many children are kidnapped each year, and providing a web site for more information on how to keep your kids safe. .

Tough lines yelled by an angry mother:

"You took the wrong kid!" - Karla .

Funny lines:

"Hey God, I know I never pray to you unless somebody is sick or dying or in an airplane..." - Karla .

Tips for parents: .

Some profanity, including an F-bomb.

Body count.

Lots of crashes and destruction.

MOVIE REVIEW MOM.

@trinaboice .