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Proof of Life (2000)

โ€œFor her, it's personal. For him, it's a contract.โ€

6.2/10 ยท 907 votes 2h 15m r ActionThrillerDrama

#93 of 125 films from 2000 #1514 of 2168 in action

Directed by Taylor Hackford ยท Written by William Prochnau, Thomas Hargrove, Tony Gilroy

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Overview

When Peter Bowman, an American engineer working in a South American country, is captured by anti-government forces, the rebels learn his identity and demand $5 million for his safe return. However, his US employer is on the verge of insolvency and will not provide the ransom. Peter's wife Alice is forced to deal with the matter on her own and she retains the services of freelance professional hostage negotiator Terry Thorne.

Cast

Meg Ryanas Alice Bowman
Russell Croweas Terry Thorne
David Morseas Peter Bowman
Pamela Reedas Janis Goodman
David Carusoas Dino
Anthony Healdas Ted Fellner
Stanley Andersonas Jerry
Gottfried Johnas Eric Kessler
Alun Armstrongas Wyatt
Michael Kitchenas Ian Havery
Margo Martindaleas Ivy
Mario Ernesto Sรกnchezas Arturo Fernandez
Pietro Sibilleas Juaco
Vicky Hernรกndezas Maria

Facts

Release dateDecember 8, 2000
Runtime135 min (2h 15m) โ€” longer as the 2000 average of 108 min
GenresAction, Thriller, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$65,000,000
Box office$62,761,005 (1.0ร— budget)
IMDbtt0228750

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Questions

How long is Proof of Life?
Proof of Life runs 135 minutes (2h 15m).
Is Proof of Life worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.2/10 across 907 votes, which places it #93 of 125 films released in 2000 in this index (top 26%) and #1514 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Proof of Life?
Proof of Life was directed by Taylor Hackford. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Bound by Honor (1993), Ray (2004), The Devil's Advocate (1997).
Who stars in Proof of Life?
Meg Ryan as Alice Bowman; Russell Crowe as Terry Thorne; David Morse as Peter Bowman; Pamela Reed as Janis Goodman; David Caruso as Dino; Anthony Heald as Ted Fellner.
What is Proof of Life rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Proof of Life?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/18585.

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