The Long Kiss Goodnight (1996)

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"What's forgotten is not always gone."

Movie · 1996 · 2h 1m · Released · Rated R · Crime, Action, Mystery, Thriller

Synopsis

Samantha Caine is a small-town schoolteacher and mom with no memory of her life before washing up on a beach eight years ago. After a car accident and a violent home invasion trigger flashes of her past, she discovers she used to be a deadly CIA assassin. Teaming up with a wisecracking private investigator, Samantha must return to her old ways to take down the people who tried to erase her.

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Cast

  • Geena Davis as Samantha Caine / Charly Baltimore
  • Samuel L. Jackson as Mitch Henessey
  • Patrick Malahide as Leland Perkins
  • Craig Bierko as Timothy
  • Brian Cox as Dr. Nathan Waldman
  • Sharon Washington as Fran Henessey
  • David Morse as Luke / Daedalus
  • G.D. Spradlin as President
  • Tom Amandes as Hal
  • Yvonne Zima as Caitlin Caine

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If you’re in the mood for a thrilling ride that mixes action, mystery, and crime, The Long Kiss Goodnight from 1996 is a solid pick. Geena Davis plays Samantha Caine, a schoolteacher and mom who’s lost her memory but starts remembering her past as a deadly CIA assassin after a car crash and a violent home invasion. The movie has a great mix of suspense and sharp humor, especially with Samuel L. Jackson’s wisecracking private investigator teaming up with her. It’s perfect for anyone who enjoys smart, fast-paced thrillers with a strong female lead and a bit of wit. At just over two hours, it’s a satisfying watch that keeps you guessing and entertained without dragging. If you liked movies like Wanted or Kick-Ass, this one will fit right into your watchlist.

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