The Long Kiss Goodnight
The Long Kiss Goodnight

The Long Kiss Goodnight

1996Movie121 minEnglish

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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IMDb6.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes60%
Metacritic57/100
Google Users77%
Director: Renny HarlinGenres: Action, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

Samantha Caine, a small-town schoolteacher, lives a seemingly ordinary life, but she suffers from amnesia and has no memory of her past. When a chloroform attack on Thanksgiving Day triggers fragmented memories, she hires a private investigator to uncover her identity. Her investigation reveals she is a highly skilled assassin named 'Charly' who was living in witness protection, and a shadowy government agency is now trying to eliminate her.

Critical Reception

The Long Kiss Goodnight received mixed reviews from critics, with many praising its fast-paced action sequences and Geena Davis's performance, while others found the plot convoluted and overly violent. Audiences generally enjoyed the film's blend of espionage, action, and dark humor.

What Reviewers Say

  • Geena Davis delivers a compelling performance as a woman discovering her hidden, deadly past.
  • The film boasts impressive action choreography and a high body count.
  • Despite its flaws, the movie offers a fun, albeit predictable, ride.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the exciting action and Geena Davis's transformation, with many finding it an entertaining popcorn flick. Some viewers noted that the plot could be a bit far-fetched, but the overall consensus was positive for its entertainment value.

Fun Fact

The screenplay for 'The Long Kiss Goodnight' was written by Shane Black, who famously wrote the 'Lethal Weapon' series and 'Kiss Kiss Bang Bang'.

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Filipe Manuel Neto

Filipe Manuel Ne...

**A good action and suspense film, although with several flaws to point out.** This is a pleasant thriller, which presents us with a story that does not seem original or unusual, but that works perfectly and pleasantly entertains the aud...
JPV852

JPV852

Fun and entertaining action flick. Sure, the effects look dated and a few unintentionally funny moments, but Geena Davis and Samuel L. Jackson were good together. **3.5/5**