Proof of Life 2000
“For her, it's personal. For him, it's a contract.”
What is Proof of Life?
Proof of Life is a film first released in 2000. Catalogued under Thriller, Action, Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2000
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 135 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 8, 2000
- Studios
- Castle Rock Entertainment, Bel Air Entertainment, Anvil Films
- Genres
- Thriller, Action, Drama
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Overview
Proof of Life is a film first released in 2000. Catalogued under Thriller, Action, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Castle Rock Entertainment, Bel Air Entertainment, Anvil Films. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“An engineer’s kidnapping forces his wife into a high‑stakes hostage negotiation.”
- Intense negotiation drama
- Blend of political intrigue and personal stakes
- Strong genre mix of thriller and drama
- Emphasizes negotiation over extensive action sequences
Watch it if you enjoy tense, character‑driven hostage stories set against political conflict.
The film contains kidnapping and negotiation themes, making it suitable for mature audiences.
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What is the basic premise of the film?
An American engineer is captured by rebels who demand a ransom, and his wife hires a negotiator to secure his release.
When was the film released?
It was released in the United States on December 8, 2000.
What genres does the film belong to?
It is classified as a thriller, action, and drama.
Who wrote the screenplay?
Tony Gilroy wrote the screenplay and also served as an executive producer.
What source material inspired the story?
The screenplay was inspired by a Vanity Fair article titled “Adventures in the Ransom Trade” and a book called “Long March to Freedom.”
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