The 2005 film “Hostage” is a thrilling mix of action and crime. The story spins around Jeff Talley, a former hostage negotiator, who gets involved in a dangerous situation where a family and his own family are kidnapped. The movie is directed by Florent-Emilio Siri, with leading roles performed by Bruce Willis, Kevin Pollak, and Jimmy Bennett.
Where it Filmed?
“Hostage” shooting took place at various locations in California, USA. Some of the locations include San Gabriel Canyon Road & Old San Gabriel Canyon Rd and the city of Azusa. Filming also occurred in Malibu, Topanga, and even at Raleigh Studios on Melrose Avenue in Hollywood, Los Angeles. The filming kicked off on January 19, 2004.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Bruce Willis | Jeff Talley |
| Kevin Pollak | Walter Smith |
| Jimmy Bennett | Tommy Smith |
| Michelle Horn | Jennifer Smith |
| Ben Foster | Mars Krupcheck |
| Jonathan Tucker | Dennis Kelly |
| Marshall Allman | Kevin Kelly |
| Serena Scott Thomas | Jane Talley |
| Rumer Willis | Amanda Talley |
| Kim Coates | The Watchman |
| Robert Knepper | Wil Bechler |
| Tina Lifford | Laura Shoemaker |
| Ransford Doherty | Mike Anders |
| Marjean Holden | Carol Flores |
| Michael D. Roberts | Ridley |
| Art LaFleur | Bill Jorgenson |
| Randy McPherson | Kovak |
| Hector Luis Bustamante | Officer Ruiz |
| Kathryn Joosten | Louise |
| Johnny Messner | Mr. Jones |
| John Ingle | Gray Hair Man |
| Jamie McShane | Joe Mack |
| Glenn Morshower | Lt. Leifitz |
| Chad Smith | Bobby Knox |
| Scott Allan Campbell | Police Psychologist |
| Jane McPherson | Nurse |
| Phil Shuman | News Reporter |
| Christina Cabot | News Reporter |
| David Wayne Campbell | Ventura County Police Officer (uncredited) |
| Dario Deak | Swat Officer #1 (uncredited) |
| Mark Elias | Town member (uncredited) |
| Sven-Ole Thorsen | Hooded Thug Guarding Hostages (uncredited) |
| Scott L. Treger | SWAT Lieutenant (uncredited) |
| Peter Weireter | Ventura County Sheriff Sniper (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The movie features Bruce Willis in the role of Jeff Talley, Kevin Pollak as Walter Smith and Jimmy Bennett portraying Tommy Smith.
- Michelle Horn played the role of Jennifer Smith while Ben Foster was Mars Krupcheck.
- Awards: The movie received 4 nominations.
- User Reviews: The film has 309 user reviews and 140 critic reviews.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: San Gabriel Canyon Road & Old San Gabriel Canyon Rd, Azusa, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.1637879
- Longitude: -117.8960986
- Place ID: EkdTYW4gR2FicmllbCBDYW55b24gUmQgJiBPbGQgU2FuIEdhYnJpZWwgQ2FueW9uIFJkLCBBenVzYSwgQ0EgOTE3MDIsIFVTQSJmImQKFAoSCeMaiPsNJ8OAEXroUNSDpxErEhQKEgnjGoj7DSfDgBF66FDUg6cRKxoUChIJRdyaAa4hw4ARzGOluG3pZxgaFAoSCc2w-cYPJ8OAEUL2wroKn-CXIgoN9_pcFBWme7q5
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: San Gabriel Canyon Rd & Old San Gabriel Canyon Rd, Azusa, CA 91702, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Azusa, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.1336186
- Longitude: -117.9075627
- Place ID: ChIJ40sVQULpwoARW3UvffMbmiU
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Azusa, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Malibu, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0380585
- Longitude: -118.6923438
- Place ID: ChIJP9YI-akd6IARWozqsnEtt5M
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Malibu, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Raleigh Studios – 5300 Melrose Avenue, Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0833403
- Longitude: -118.3159845
- Place ID: ChIJq6pqKre4woAR9kuB31TlMng
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 5300 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90038, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
