"Being released doesn't mean you're free."
A young woman is returned home to her biological parents after living with her abductor for 17 years.
Social & External
Leia Dargon
Marcy Dargon
Ben McKay
Glen Dargon
Leia Dargon (Age 7)
Leia Dargon (Age 12)
Dr. Andrews
Detective Timms
Grocery Store Woman
Reporter
News Anchor
Mr. Henry
Prison Officer
Public Defender
Ben’s Neighbor
911 Operator (voice)
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