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  1. Movies
  2. The Hostages

The Hostages

1997
0m
Drama
TV Movie

Status

Released

Release

1997

Runtime

0m

Storyline

Holidaying in Asia, Australian backpackers Joanne and Richard are hauled off a train and taken as hostages by Cambodian rebels. A ransom demand is made on the Australian Government for their release. The Government refuses to pay. Also kidnapped is French couple Louise and Pierre who are confident a French mining company for whom Pierre works will pay the ransom. When Richard and Pierre are executed, Joanne and Louise know their days are numbered and plan their escape.

Score Distribution

Details

Status
Released
Runtime
0m
Jan 1, 1997
Languages
English
Director
Catherine Millar
Production Countries
Australia

Top Cast

3 Cast Members

Sophie Lee

Sophie Lee

Kate

Jason Chong

Du Van Hoe

Ann Burbrook

Louise

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