The Saratov Approach

The Saratov Approach

Kidnapped, Ransomed, Delivered

Directed by Garrett Batty

Produced by Saratov Films, Three Coin Productions

2013101 min6.0 / 10

A faith-centered true-crime drama about two Mormon missionaries kidnapped and tested by ordeal, balancing spiritual conviction against physical danger and despair.

An inspirational true story. On what seemed like any other day, Elders Travis Tuttle (Corbin Allred) and Andrew Propst (Maclain Nelson) are approached by Nikolai (Nikita Bogolyubov) to teach a friend. But then the missionaries experience the unimaginable - they are kidnapped, beaten, and held for ransom. While their families, friends, and the world pray for their safe release, Tuttle and Propst are tested physically, emotionally, and most of all spiritually.

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  • Does The Saratov Approach end with hope? Yes. More hopeful than 81% of films.

  • Is The Saratov Approach violent? Somewhat. More violent than 59% of films.

  • Is The Saratov Approach sad? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

  • Is The Saratov Approach scary? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

  • Is The Saratov Approach easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

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