The Forgotten
The Forgotten

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The Forgotten

1993
Movie
100 min
Arabic

Yusuf Al-Mansi a worker in the railways. During his night shift and near his workplace, a millionaire named Asaad Yakout is hosting a big party to make a deal with a VIP and wants to have his secretary Ghada as condition to get the deal done. Yusuf Al-Mansi finds Ghada entering the booth and asks for his protection from the men her boss sent to bring her back to the party.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: D.J. CarusoGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A woman wakes up in a hospital with no memory of her past. As she tries to piece together her identity, she discovers a disturbing truth about her life and the people around her. She grapples with fragmented flashbacks and unsettling encounters, leading her to question reality and the motives of those claiming to be her loved ones.

Critical Reception

The Forgotten was a made-for-television film that received moderate attention for its suspenseful narrative and lead performance. While not a major critical success, it was noted for its effective portrayal of amnesia and its atmospheric tension.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful and intriguing mystery.

  • Gail O'Grady's performance as the amnesiac protagonist was often highlighted.

  • Some found the plot predictable or the resolution less impactful than the build-up.

Google audience: Audience reception data for this specific television film is not readily available. However, similar suspense thrillers from the era often garnered interest for their plot twists and character-driven drama.

Fun Fact

The film was part of a series of original movies produced by NBC during the 1993-1994 television season, often airing in the 'NBC Mystery Movie' rotation.

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