iHostage on Netflix: Hit or Miss?

Netflix’s iHostage Review; Is This Dutch Thriller a Must-Watch or a Total Flop?

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iHostage (2025) is a gripping Dutch thriller directed by Bobby Boermans, now streaming on Netflix

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The film dramatizes the real 2022 Amsterdam Apple Store hostage crisis, where a man demanded €200 million in cryptocurrency.

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It unfolds through multiple perspectives, including the assailant, hostages, and police negotiators.

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Soufiane Moussouli and Admir Sehovic lead a strong cast, bringing intense emotion to their roles.

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iHostage explores mental health and social neglect, delivering a powerful and gripping story.

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