Tie Me Up! Tie Me Down!

Tie Me Up! Tie Me Down!

Year: 1990

Runtime: 111 min

Language: Spanish

Director: Pedro Almodóvar

DramaComedyRomanceCrime

A recently released mental patient, Ricky, is determined to reconnect with Marina, the woman he believes is his true love. However, she has no recollection of their past relationship. Driven by his desire for her affection, Ricky resorts to extreme measures, abducting Marina and holding her captive in her own apartment. He soon discovers that winning her heart and convincing her of their shared history will be far more challenging than he initially anticipated, leading to unexpected and complicated circumstances.

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1

Ricky's Release

Ricky, a 23-year-old psychiatric patient, is recently declared cured and released from a mental health facility. This marks the beginning of his quest for a normal life, free from the confines of his past.

Mental Health Facility
2

Illicit Affair

During his time in the facility, Ricky engages in an illicit affair with the female director. This relationship adds complexity to his feelings and aspirations for a normal life.

Mental Health Facility
3

Escape and Connection

Ricky shares a fleeting connection with Marina Osorio, an ex-porn star, during a daring escape from the asylum. Their brief encounter leaves a lasting impression on both, driving Ricky to pursue her after his release.

Mental Health Facility
4

Marina's Film

Marina begins filming *The Midnight Phantom*, a Euro-horror film focused on a bizarre love story. Under the guidance of Máximo Espejo, she navigates the challenges of her past while trying to establish her career.

Film Set
5

Ricky's Attention-Seeking

Desperate for Marina's attention, Ricky resorts to stealing items from the film set, including her apartment keys. His outlandish antics, such as performing a handstand in a wig, showcase his misguided attempts to win her over.

Film Set
6

Forced Entry

After a wrap party, Ricky follows Marina home and forces his way into her apartment, binding her with ropes and tape. This traumatic event escalates their complicated and unhealthy relationship.

Marina's Apartment
7

Marina's Pain and Desperation

Marina wakes up in pain due to her addiction and attempts to convince Ricky to take her to a doctor. However, their efforts to obtain necessary medication fall flat, revealing the dire reality of her situation.

8

Desperate Actions

In a bid to help Marina, Ricky delves into the black market for drugs, but his attempts lead to violence as he tries to rob a dealer. This act of desperation further complicates their already troubling dynamic.

Streets
9

Lola's Performance

As the film's wrap party begins, Lola, Marina's sister, performs, but she grows increasingly worried about Marina. Unbeknownst to her, chaos is brewing at home, creating a stark contrast to the celebratory atmosphere.

Film Wrap Party
10

Ricky's Beating

Ricky encounters the dealer he attacked and suffers a brutal beating. This defeat leaves him incapacitated, giving Marina a critical opportunity to escape from the torment of her circumstances.

Streets
11

Marina's Recognition

With Ricky temporarily out of sight, Marina starts recognizing his devotion to her and begins to feel a connection. This marks a significant turn in their relationship as she contemplates the complexity of their bond.

12

Journey to Hometown

Marina ultimately finds herself drawn to Ricky, leading to intimacy and plans to visit his hometown. Their relationship takes a twist as she insists on being tied up, reflecting her conflicting feelings.

Ricky's Hometown
13

Confrontation with Truth

Lola's sudden appearance reveals the truth about Marina's feelings toward Ricky, prompting a complex emotional confrontation. This acceptance forces Marina to reconsider her circumstances and her connection with Ricky.

14

Return to Ricky's Childhood Home

The trio travels to Ricky's dilapidated childhood home, igniting nostalgia and unresolved emotions. This moment serves as a bittersweet reunion with Ricky's past as they prepare to leave the memories behind.

Ricky's Childhood Home
15

Newfound Family Bond

As they drive off together, Lola embraces Ricky, promising him a job and a place in their lives. This emotional acknowledgment fosters a new, albeit unconventional, family bond between the three of them.

Car

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