Review of The Long Kiss Goodnight (1996) by April N — 29 Jan 2012

Watching Geena Davis transform was worth it!!

This review of The Long Kiss Goodnight (1996) was written by April N on 29 Jan 2012.

The Long Kiss Goodnight has generally received positive reviews.

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