An unbalanced but alluring former mental patient takes a porn star prisoner in the hopes of convincing her to marry him.
Director: Pedro Almodóvar
Writers: Pedro Almodóvar (screenplay), Pedro Almodóvar (story)
Stars: Victoria Abril, Antonio Banderas, Loles León
Cast overview, first billed only:
Victoria Abril ... Marina Osorio
Antonio Banderas ... Ricky
Loles León ... Lola (as Loles Leon)
María Barranco ... Berta (as Maria Barranco)
Rossy de Palma ... Traficante de drogas en Vespa
Julieta Serrano ... Alma
Francisco Rabal ... Máximo Espejo
Lola Cardona ... Directora psiquiátrico
Montse G. Romeu ... Montse
Emiliano Redondo ... Decorador
Oswaldo Delgado ... Fantasma
Concha Rabal ... Farmacéutica
Alberto Fernández ... Productor (as Alberto Fernandez)
José María Tasso ... Anciano psiquiátrico
Angelina Llongueras ... Montadora
Storyline
Ricky is released from a mental hospital, and knows exactly what he wants to do. He hunts down Marina, a porn film star he once had sex with, and tries to convince her to be his wife. She is a bit reluctant, so he ties her up. Will this approach endear him to her?
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Plot Keywords: handcuffs | pantyhose | female full rear nudity | tied up while barefoot | misogynist
Taglines: A love story...with strings attached!
Genres: Comedy | Crime | Drama | Romance
Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
Rated NC-17 for scene of strong adult sensuality with nudity
Details
Country: Spain
Language: Spanish
Release Date: 22 January 1990 (Spain)
Also Known As: Tie Me Up! Tie Me Down!
Filming Locations: Barajas, Madrid, Spain
Box Office
Opening Weekend USA: $65,299, 6 May 1990
Gross USA: $4,087,361
Cumulative Worldwide Gross: $4,087,361
Company Credits
Production Co: El Deseo
Technical Specs
Runtime: 101 min
Sound Mix: Dolby
Color: Color (Eastmancolor)
Aspect Ratio: 1.85 : 1
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