The kidnap diaries
“Following a reporter visiting the Afghan tribal held by the Taliban and is later kidnapped”
Synopsis
In 2008 documentary maker Sean Langan travels to Pakistan to film Taliban training camps for Channel 4 but,along with his interpreter Rani,is taken hostage by fervent Taliban adherent Mr. C, who accuses him of being a spy and demands two million dollars ransom. Three nerve-wracking months follow,during which time Sean recalls domestic life with his wife and two sons,for whom he keeps a diary. Given some protection by Gul Jan,in whose house they are prisoners,the pair are finally released after Mr C is informed that Sean is not a spy but a family man like himself.
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- The kidnap diaries
- Country of Origin
- Afghanistan, Pakistan
- Spoken Languages
- English, Pushto
- Runtime
- 48m
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What is The kidnap diaries about?
In 2008 documentary maker Sean Langan travels to Pakistan to film Taliban training camps for Channel 4 but,along with his interpreter Rani,is taken hostage by fervent Taliban adherent Mr. C, who accuses him of being a spy and demands two million dollars ransom. Three nerve-wracking months follow,during which time Sean recalls domestic life with his wife and two sons,for whom he keeps a diary. Given some protection by Gul Jan,in whose house they are prisoners,the pair are finally released after Mr C is informed that Sean is not a spy but a family man like himself.
Who directed The kidnap diaries?
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Who stars in The kidnap diaries?
The principal cast of The kidnap diaries includes Sean Langan.
When was The kidnap diaries released and how long is it?
The kidnap diaries was released in the theatrical window with a total runtime of 48m.