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Persons Unknown (1996)

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Average Rating: 4.7/10
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Release Date: Dec 27, 1996 Wide

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This tightly woven, fast-paced thriller begins when Amanda (Kelly Lynch), a sexy gal on in-line skates, trips because alcoholic ex-cop/security expert Jim Holland (Joe Mantegna) bumps into her. Something between the two clicks and they spend the night together. Jim has no idea that he has just been victimized until one of his less-than-savory clients is robbed of a fortune. He sets out on Amanda's trail and discovers that she acted in cahoots with her sister Molly. Eventually, he learns where

R, 1 hr. 39 min.

Mystery & Suspense, Action & Adventure

Directed By: George Hickenlooper

Written By: Craig Smith

In Theaters: Dec 27, 1996 Wide

On DVD: Feb 20, 2007

Artisan Entertainment

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A low-rent High Sierras.

June 7, 2006 Full Review Source: Ozus' World Movie Reviews

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A very good concept, original and laden with potential, but it just doesn't get there. Not really the usual culprits' faults (screenplay, hollywood stereoptyping). It just deserved better. Warrants a reprise and a better budget.

November 11, 2010