

Restraint
2008-08-19 · 94 min · ★ 5.9
Two fugitives land in hot water when they take a hostage who poses a threat to their well-being.
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- Directors
- David Denneen
- Production companies
- Filmgraphics Entertainment, Australian Film Finance Corporation
- Countries
- Australia
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Travis FimmelRon
Teresa PalmerDale
Stephen MoyerAndrew
Philip HolderSgt. Paul Widdens
Keith RobinsonMr. Middleton
Alyssa McClellandGabrielle
Patrick WardAndrew's Father
Joanne HuntConstable Blainey
Mike WilleseeSky News Reader #1
Vanessa RedgraveSky News Reader #2Title information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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