Victims

From the start Victims draws you into a dark question about truth, sowing a seed of doubt in the mind of the watcher. John Bocelli plays the part of the "victim", wrongly accused, very well, unwavering throughout most of the film leading the watcher to question the validity of the kidnapping. The way the film has been shot – in one continuous take leads you along with the story nicely, building up the suspense as to what will happen when they reach their destination. The confrontation between Nina Millns and John Bocelli is very well acted and asks the question – what would you do? How would you react? All through the film the cold calm exterior of Sarah Coyle, the kidnapper, holds except for one brief interaction with Nina Millns, showing us a glimpse of humanity under the detached persona. The final confrontation between Sharon Lawrence, Bradley Cole and John Bocelli allows us to see the true "victims" in this piece and is done with feeling and depth. The whole story carries you along easily from the first shot - preparing the camera - to the final scene - as the van doors close. Victims is a film that makes you ask questions about human nature – justice and injustice. How would you handle it?