Little Nikita

In this 1988 thriller, a young man named Jeff Grant, played by River Phoenix, discovers that his seemingly ordinary life is entangled in a web of espionage. As he applies to the Air Force Academy, an FBI agent, portrayed by Sidney Poitier, uncovers a shocking secret about Jeff’s parents, leading to a tense investigation. Directed by Richard Benjamin, the film explores themes of identity and loyalty against the backdrop of Cold War tensions. While it did not receive any major awards, the performances of Phoenix and Poitier are noteworthy. For those interested, the movie can be viewed for free on Soap2day.