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‘Captive’ First Trailer and Poster Arrive Starring David Oyelowo and Kate Mara

Paramount Pictures has released the first trailer and official poster for the dramatic film Captive starring David Oyelowo and Kate Mara. Captive – not to be confused with the recently released The Captive starring Ryan Reynolds – is inspired by a true story and was directed by Jerry Jameson. The dramatic thriller’s based on the book by Ashley Smith, with Mara playing Ashley in the film adaptation. The cast also includes Leonor Varela, Jessica Oyelowo, Mimi Rogers and Michael K. Williams. Captive will be released in theaters on September 18, 2015.

The Plot: Captive, based on a miraculous true story that drew the attention of the entire nation, is the dramatic, thrilling, and spiritual journey of Ashley Smith and Brian Nichols. After being taken hostage by Brian in her own apartment, Ashley turns to Rick Warren’s inspirational book, The Purpose Driven Life, for guidance. In reading from the book, Ashley not only finds purpose in her own life, but helps Brian find a more peaceful resolution to a harrowing situation.

Watch the Captive trailer:

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Rebecca Murray: Journalist covering the entertainment industry for 23+ years, including 13 years as the first writer for About.com's Hollywood Movies site. Member of the Critics Choice Association (Film & TV Branches), Alliance of Women Film Journalists, and Past President of the San Diego Film Critics Society.
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