The true story of a rich girl who was abducted by American revolutionaries in the 1970s. Her time spent with her captors made her question herself and her way of life. She eventually joined their cause, sparking controversy.

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Credits

Crew

DirectorPaul Schrader

Writer

Nicholas Kazan

CinematographerBojan Bazelli

ComposerScott Johnson

EditorMichael R. Miller

ProducerMarvin Worth

Cast

Natasha Richardsonas Patricia Hearst

William Forsytheas Teko

Ving Rhamesas Cinque

Frances Fisheras Yolanda

Olivia Barashas Fahizah

Dana Delanyas Gelina

Marek Johnsonas Zoya

Kitty Swinkas Gabi

Jodi Longas Wendy Yoshimura

Peter Kowankoas Cujo

Tom O'Rourkeas Jim Browning

Scott Kraftas Steven Weed

Jeff Imadaas Neighbor

Ermal Williamsonas Randolf A. Hearst

Elaine Revardas Catherine Hearst

Marc Siegleras Charles Gould

Toni Attellas TV Announcer

Hawthorne Jamesas Tall Muslim

Reggie Bruceas Short Muslim

Stephannie Howardas Woman

Double Feature

Streaming now, and why it pairs with this film

The Comfort of Strangers1990

Both directed by Paul Schrader, and both starring Natasha Richardson

Or

Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters1985Both directed by Paul Schrader

Patty Hearst (1988) | Criteria