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India.com
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
This 1 hour 31 minute thriller tells a chilling story of betrayal, climax will leave you stunned, has IMDb rating of..., lead actor is...
What happens when the person you trust most turns out to be the one who destroys you? Abducted in Plain Sight, a disturbing documentary, tells the true story of how a seemingly harmless neighbour shattered an entire family's life in 1970s Idaho. The story, which has an IMDb rating of 6.7, revolves around 12-year-old Jan Broberg, who was manipulated, brainwashed, and abducted not once, but twice, all by the same man whom her family had welcomed into their lives like a close friend. This isn't fiction; it's a real account of how predator Robert Berchtold earned the trust of the Broberg family. Charming and disarming on the surface, he slowly wove himself into their lives, ultimately using that trust to kidnap Jan under the guise of an 'alien mission.' Yes, he convinced her that she was chosen to save another planet — a lie so wild it's hard to believe, until you hear it from Jan herself. As shocking as the kidnapping was, what's even more terrifying is how Berchtold psychologically manipulated not just Jan, but her parents too, keeping them under his spell for years. Where can you watch it? Directed by Skye Borgman, this 91-minute documentary was released in 2017 and is now streaming on Netflix, also available in Hindi. It's a gut-wrenching tale that raises questions about safety, parenting, and how evil can hide in plain sight. Why should you watch it? Abducted in Plain Sight is not just about a crime; it's a cautionary tale about misplaced trust and the terrifying ease with which predators can blend in. It's the kind of documentary that'll make you double-check every friendly smile — even from the guy next door.
Fox News
06-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Fox News
The Continued Nightmare: What Happened Next For Jan Broberg
Jan Broberg survived being abducted and raped by a friend of the family, not once, but twice. Despite being twice saved from Robert Berchtold's abductions, Jan was still impacted by his manipulation tactics. Though the nightmare continued into Jan's adulthood, it didn't stop her from speaking out. Actress, writer, and survivor Jan Broberg details how Robert Berchtold continued to stalk and harass her in her later life, and how it prompted her to begin telling her story. Later, she details how the Jan Broberg Foundation works to raise awareness about child sexual abuse, and build a community for survivors. Follow Emily on Instagram: @realemilycompagno If you have a story or topic we should feature on the FOX True Crime Podcast, send us an email at: truecrimepodcast@ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit
