: A major 4K restoration was released in early 2026 by Imprint Films , featuring extensive interviews with the cast and director, deleted scenes, and an alternate ending.
: Despite its cinematic impact, the film began as a television movie and was shot in just 21 days.
: Bridget steals nearly $1 million in drug money from her husband, Clay (Bill Pullman), after a successful deal and flees to the small town of Beston.
: It is famous for its bold conclusion where Bridget emerges completely victorious without facing legal or moral consequences, a rarity for the genre.
The film's most defining feature is , portrayed by Linda Fiorentino in what many critics consider a career-defining performance. Unlike traditional noir antiheroines who might seek redemption or show a glimmer of conscience, Bridget is "evil to the core" from start to finish. She is highly calculated, feigning vulnerability only when it serves her manipulation of the men around her. Synopsis & Key Players
