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All Tied Up (1993 Video)

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A journalist (Zach Galligan) is held prisoner by his jealous fiancée (Teri Hatcher) and her roommates. Lara Harris, Tracy Griffith, Abel Folk, Edward Blatchford. Directed by John Mark Robinson.

A direct-to-video romantic farce, ALL TIED UP hosts an attractive young cast who look as though they've fallen out of a fashion catalogue, in a script equally glossy and mailed in from someplace just west of reality. Malibu, that is, where Brian (Zach Galligan) wants to marry lovely Linda (Teri Hatcher), who's fed up with his habitual infidelities and inattention. When Brian shows up at Linda's beach house to demand forgiveness, he manages to knock himself cold, and Linda's fiercely-protective housemates Kim (Lara Harris) and Sharon (Tracy Griffith) tie him to a bed. For days all three women subject the hapless hostage to physical and psychological torment before freeing him (in a skirt), confident he'll never bother Linda again. But the ordeal has been a growing experience for Brian; he now knows What Women Want, and he gently distracts Kim and Sharon by pairing them with dream dates. Then he kidnaps Linda, ties her up, and whispers sweet nothings until they're once again a happy, engaged couple. With a taste for bondage. Actually ALL TIED UP is more coy than kinky; the R rating applies to scattered swear words rather than sex or nudity. If the title and participation of Spanish co-producers suggests an inspiration in Pedro Almodovar's TIE ME UP, TIE ME DOWN, that's as far as it goes; this is strictly sitcom territory. The three leading ladies are agreeably leggy, coifed, and high-cheekboned, while Galligan (GREMLINS), looking a lot like Robert Downey Jr., retains enough likeability to make his captivity more uncomfortable than comic, especially when sadistic Kim shaves him with a rusty razor until trails of blood line his face. He's perfectly healed a few scenes later, which is as true-to-life as anything else in ALL TIED UP. (Adult situations, sex, profanity.)

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Linda's boyfriend Brian loves checking out other women, so her best friends Kim and Sharon convince her that the three of them kidnap him and torture him until he learns his lesson. All Tied Up featuring Zach Galligan and Teri Hatcher is streaming with subscription on Prime Video, streaming with subscription on Hoopla, free on Tubi, and 3 others. It's a comedy and romance movie with a less than average IMDb audience rating of 4.5 (530 votes).

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Brian Hartley

Zach Galligan

Linda Alissio

Teri Hatcher

Lara harris.

Sharon Stevens

Tracy Griffith

Olivia brown, patrick bergin, rachel sweet.

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Edward Blatchford

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Brian Hartley has finally found the girl of his dreams in Linda. Unfortunately, he can't convince her or himself that it's really true. When she catches him with another woman, she finally decides she's had enough and vows to never see him again. Frenzied from the loss, Brian breaks into her house to try to talk her into seeing him again, but Linda and her roommates Kim and Sharon instead bind him to the bed.

Zach Galligan Teri Hatcher Lara Harris Tracy Griffith Olivia Brown Patrick Bergin Abel Folk Rachel Sweet Edward Blatchford Melora Walters

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John Mark Robinson

Producer Producer

Isabel Mulá

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Isabel Mulá Robert Madero

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Rosemary Welden

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Peter Teschner

Cinematography Cinematography

Alfredo Mayo

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Nina Ruscio

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Bernardo Bonezzi

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Barbara Palmer

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Review by mattstechel ★ 1

Man I really disliked this one. Zach Galligan is a womanizing cad who daydreams about proposing to Teri Hatcher (he genuinely likes her) only to have a misunderstanding with her involving a red head named Bliss who ends up in his bed (tho he slept on the couch) and when he goes to her house to try and offer up what sounds like feeble explanations (even tho it's the truth that he didn't mess with her) he ends up being knocked out by Hatcher's roommate and wakes up with his hands tied behind his head to a bedpost as Hatcher and the two roommates spend the rest of the movie attempting to torture him to make him atone for his…

Review by Sam P. ★★★

Three grown-ass women live together in a literal Malibu beach house. One is an aspiring actress reduced to bargain basement sci-fi sequel trash, another is a stern-faced real estate office goth who looks like she castrates men for fun in her spare time, and the third is an interior decorator whose work is really "hot right now" according to "all the magazines." Anyway, they kidnap Zach Galligan* and - unfortunately - don't murder him. This is teetering on the edge of sleaze, but doesn't allow itself to fall headlong into - fictional - snuff film territory. Even so, it's still a relatively entertaining watch. A minor hiccup of a film, though, as seen against other quirky nineties nonsense.

* for plot reasons

Review by 𝒎𝒆𝒍𝒊𝒔𝒔𝒂 ★

This guy is caught up in one misunderstanding after another.  He just can’t seem to catch a break, though should he?  So many chances to do the right thing just pass him by.  Thankfully, he eventually realizes his poor choices, though not before some more misunderstandings occur.  🙄

Review by Chuck Dowling ★★

Time capsule from a long gone era where quirky California relationships can become crimes and it’s all supposed to be fun. Today this would be a nightmare Twitter thread (except for Patrick Bergin’s crossdressing bartender character).

Review by liz_hall ★½

This is one of those movies you lie about having seen. 

Someone says “H ey, have you seen ‘All Tied Up’? Zach Galligan’s in it.”

And you go,  “oh uhhhh…. no, no I haven’t.” Like the liar you are, because it’s that embarrassing.

Review by STEPHEN TUBBS ★★

There is a good incidental blues track.

Review by Not Adrian Martin ★★

This 1992 Spanish-American co-production – presumably picked up for video release because of the overnight celebrity status won for Teri Hatcher by television's Lois and Clark (and later, after a long interregnum, revived with Desperate Housewives) – is an oddity.

It begins like a cross between a teen movie and a Blake Edwards sex comedy, with Brian (Zach Galligan from Gremlins [1984]) merrily pursuing his lifestyle as reckless womaniser and hip expert on blues music.

Brian is engaged to Linda (Hatcher) who soon learns of his prolific infidelity. Enlisting her goofy girlfriends – real estate agent Kim (Lara Harris) and aspiring actor Sharon (Tracy Griffith) – Linda decides to tie Brian up for an indefinite period and teach him a…

Review by David Zierk ★★½

The three girls in “9 to 5” made a kidnapping more amusing..:

Review by Anthony Darnell ✊🏽🌈👽🎨 ★

Very bland; I'm not sure what I was supposed to get from this. Hold someone against their will if they don't give me what I want? Anyway, 1 star for Zach--I'd tie his ass up too lol. 😜

Honorable mention: Sis at the bar with the masculine bob was serving!

Review by Mocha ★★

its got the kid from Gremlins in it

Review by Charlotte ★★★½

I thought it was really funny but I hate hate hate hate hated the ending wow he’s a changed man idc I liked everything else though

Review by Murray Ross ★★½

A romantic comedy without any romance or comedy. Everyone in this film behaves badly and deserves bad things to happen to them. The movie wants to go dark and nihilistic but then it chickens out and goes for the safe, predictable ending. Plus, I didn't buy Teri Hatcher putting up with Zach Galligan's cheating ways. She's too hot and he's too goofy for their relationship to make sense. It's also very PG rated.

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Brian Hartley has finally found the girl of his dreams in Linda. Unfortunately, he can't convince her or himself that it's really true. When she catches him with another woman, she finally decides she's had enough and vows to never see him again. Frenzied from the loss, Brian breaks into her house to try to talk her into seeing him again, but Linda and her roommates Kim and Sharon instead bind him to the bed.

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Philanderer Brian Hartley gets a lesson in revenge — and rope — in this comic tale of a woman scorned. Finally fed up with her unfaithful fiancé, Linda — with a little help from her friends — takes the luckless Lothario hostage.

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All Tied Up is a 1994 comedy film with the tagline "One man, three women and a very long rope." It was filmed in Los Angeles, California, United States.

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All Tied Up is a 1993 romantic comedy that stars Zach Galligan and Teri Hatcher in a tale of hijinks, seduction, and misunderstandings. Here’s a detailed description of the film's premise and themes, capturing its essence without giving away any spoilers. The film revolves around Brian Hartley (played by Zach Galligan), a young man who seems to have it all: he's charming, handsome, and successful in his career. However, his seemingly perfect life is thrown into disarray when it comes to romance. The story unfolds as Brian finds himself entangled in a complicated relationship with his girlfriend Linda Alissio (Teri Hatcher), a beautiful and spirited woman who desires a deeper commitment.

At the heart of All Tied Up is a narrative centered on the complexities of love and the lengths people go to in order to secure or escape it. It touches on themes of commitment, trust, and the battle of the sexes, all while maintaining a light-hearted and comedic tone. The film kicks off with Brian struggling to maintain his bachelor lifestyle while also keeping Linda satisfied with their relationship status, which is a challenge, as Linda's witty and determined nature is not easily assuaged.

The plot takes a turn for the unexpected when Brian's perspectives on love and freedom are challenged by an outrageous scheme conceived by Linda. Determined to get Brian to commit, Linda, along with her friends Terri (Lara Harris) and Melissa (Tracy Griffith), becomes involved in a set of farcical events that result in Brian facing a situation straight out of a slapstick comedy. Tied up and at the mercy of Linda and her friends, Brian is forced to re-evaluate his understanding of love, liberty, and the dynamics of his relationship.

As the storyline progresses, we follow Brian's internal journey of self-discovery, which parallels the external comedic misadventures driven by the women. It is this juxtaposition that provides the heart and humor of the film, as every character's motivations and desires become entangled in hilarious ways. Lara Harris and Tracy Griffith contribute significantly to the wit and energy of the movie with their portrayals of Terri and Melissa, whose unique personalities and perspectives on romance add texture to the unfolding story.

Throughout the film, viewers are treated to a series of quirky and offbeat moments that are emblematic of early '90s comedy. With misunderstandings, physical comedy, and snappy dialogue, All Tied Up keeps the audience engaged and entertained as they wait with bated breath to see how Brian will extricate himself from his increasingly complicated predicament. Hatcher's role as Linda is pivotal, as she embodies a woman who is both savvy and determined, playing off Galligan's initially clueless and self-centered Brian with clear chemistry and comedic timing.

Under the direction of John Mark Robinson and a script penned by Steven Kunes, the film takes the audience on a roller-coaster ride of emotions and laughter. Visually, it captures the essence of its time period, complete with the fashion and aesthetic sensibilities that were prevalent in the early '90s. While the comedic sequences are designed to provoke laughter, there is an undercurrent of genuine human emotion and relationships that grounds the story, giving it a relatable and engaging narrative.

The chemistry among the actors propels the film as character dynamics evolve and shift. Each of the personalities represented brings a different viewpoint on romance, freedom, and the everyday struggles of modern relationships. This leads to a plethora of comic situations that provide entertaining critiques of gender roles and stereotypes, holding a mirror up to the relationship conundrums that are just as relevant today as they were at the time of the film's release.

As All Tied Up barrels towards its conclusion, the film cleverly navigates the tension between the need for personal space and the longing for connection and commitment. The storyline invites the audience to reflect on their own relationships and the compromises necessary to make them work.

By weaving together elements of romance and outlandish comedic situations, All Tied Up creates a cinematic experience that is both engaging and thought-provoking. This 1993 romantic comedy is a humorous look at the trials and tribulations of love, offering a mix of laughs and insights that can resonate with audiences even three decades later.

• Genres Romance Comedy
• Cast Zach Galligan Teri Hatcher Lara Harris Tracy Griffith
• Director John Mark Robinson
• Release Date 1994
• MPAA Rating R
• Runtime 1 hr 30 min
• Language English
• IMDB Rating 4.3   (405)

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We’re nearing a decade since John Wick was released in theaters, and the movie’s impact is still there for all to see. It spawned a franchise that’s four films strong, with an Ana de Armas–led spinoff on the way. (Let’s just pretend the Continental miniseries never happened; its action scenes are the cinematic equivalent of a Motel 6.) Playing the title character, Keanu Reeves revitalized his career while one-upping himself in the stunt department with each sequel, capping it off by learning car-fu in John Wick: Chapter 4 . ( Whoa , indeed.) But John Wick ’s influence stretches far past the franchise: Its intricate world-building and fight choreography, itself heavily indebted to Hong Kong martial arts movies , has led to a slew of imitators in Hollywood. Some knockoffs are good ( Atomic Blonde ), and others are bad ( Polar , Hotel Artemis ), but none can hold a candle to the Baba Yaga. So when the first trailer for the Crow reboot dropped in March, you could forgive the internet for not exactly embracing the movie with open arms.

Let’s cut to the chase: The vibes are off here. As the eponymous vigilante, Bill Skarsgard—coincidentally a John Wick alum—looks like a composite of Jared Leto’s Joker and every white SoundCloud rapper hounding you to check out their mixtape. The director is Rupert Sanders, whose previous credits ( Snow White and the Huntsman , Ghost in the Shell ) aren’t nearly as memorable as his old tabloid fodder . But the biggest problem with the Crow reboot is that it exists in the first place, coming out 30 years after the original film became a somber, atmospheric cult hit steeped in real-life tragedy. For anyone who appreciates The Crow ’s grungy idiosyncrasies and the lead performance from the late Brandon Lee, the modern update feels less like a revival than a desecration of its predecessor’s legacy.

Long before the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Tim Burton helped launch a comic book boon of his own. In the wake of 1989’s Batman , Hollywood went all in on comic book adaptations throughout the ’90s, including three Batman sequels, The Rocketeer , Dick Tracy , Darkman , Judge Dredd , Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles , and Blade . Not all of these movies were winners: Burton’s Batman Returns was the only good Bat-sequel of its era; Judge Dredd is widely considered one of the lowest points of Sylvester Stallone’s career; a completed Fantastic Four film was shelved, though true masochists can watch the entire thing on YouTube. As for The Crow , two movies in particular paved the way for its release: Burton’s Batman proved that there was an appetite for the kind of gritty superhero stories associated with the works of Frank Miller , while Sam Raimi’s appropriately named Darkman showed that an R rating wouldn’t deter audiences.

Based on the comic book series of the same name by James O’Barr, who created the comic as a way to cope with the death of his fiancée at the hands of a drunk driver, The Crow takes place in a bleak, crime-ridden Detroit—part Gotham City, part urban hellscape à la Se7en —that exists in a perpetual state of darkness. (In other words, it’s basically what some Fox News viewers believe actual major metropolitan areas are like.) On Devil’s Night, Halloween eve, former rock guitarist Eric Draven (Lee; son of Bruce Lee) and his fiancée, Shelly Webster (Sofia Shinas), are murdered by a group of thugs after the couple protested forced evictions in their building. One year later, Eric is risen from the dead by a mystical crow—just go with it—who imbues him with supernatural healing powers to avenge Shelly’s murder.

Plot-wise, The Crow is like an inverted slasher flick, following a hunter as he systematically eliminates his prey. The ways in which Eric takes down the men responsible for killing his fiancée are fiendishly clever, ranging from jabbing someone’s entire chest with morphine needles to sending a dude and his car exploding into a river. If you’re in the right mood, it’s a gnarly, cathartic expression of rage. For what it’s worth, the Bat-Signal walked so the Crow-Signal could run:

The Crow ’s biggest selling point, however, is how much it feels like an artifact of its time. There are far better ’90s movies, but I’d argue it’s one of the most ’90s movies. Practically every character is decked out in goth attire that looks like it was taken right off the rack at a Hot Topic. The soundtrack is a who’s who of ’90s alt-rock, featuring Nine Inch Nails (covering Joy Division’s “Dead Souls”), the Cure, Stone Temple Pilots, Rage Against the Machine, and so on. (The accompanying album reached the top of the Billboard 200.) The movie, in turn, became both a reflection of Gen X malaise and a sign that grunge was further entering the mainstream . ( The Crow was released one month after Kurt Cobain, the patron saint of grunge, died by suicide.)

Of course, The Crow is best remembered for the shocking tragedy that befell its star. Toward the end of the shoot, Lee was filming a scene that involved being shot with a prop gun. The gun wasn’t properly checked and cleared, and Lee was shot with a dummy bullet in the abdomen—he would later die in the hospital. After shutting down production for six weeks, The Crow resumed filming with the blessing of Lee’s family. Director Alex Proyas and screenwriters David J. Schow and John Shirley omitted all the scenes with the Skull Cowboy (Michael Berryman), Eric’s spirit guide, while stunt double Chad Stahelski—yes, that Chad Stahelski —was used as a stand-in for Lee’s unfinished scenes. The process involved some of the earliest use of digital face replacement, which, in more recent years, was used in Furious 7 following Paul Walker’s death.

Try as it might, you can tell The Crow isn’t quite the finished article—without Lee’s full involvement, the film is closer to a promising first draft. But those shortcomings take nothing away from Lee’s performance; if anything, it feels even more striking due to the tragic circumstances around his death. The “real” Eric Draven barely appears in the movie; instead, we spend the vast majority of the running time with the Crow, his restless spirit driven by vengeance. (It’s quite eerie that Eric’s death scene happened to be Lee’s final moments filming The Crow , too.) Just as the Crow haunts the movie, so does Lee’s powerhouse performance. Emotionally affecting and occasionally funny, Lee carries The Crow , and his performance suggests that, in another universe, his career to action stardom might’ve reached the peak of someone like Reeves.

As it stands, The Crow endures as a testament to Lee’s untapped potential: As with his father , we can only wonder what he could’ve accomplished later in life. And because Lee’s filmography ended up being so minimal— The Crow was just his fifth feature film—the late actor has long become synonymous with the character, the two intertwined by tragedy. Within that context, it already felt ill considered for The Crow to spawn three sequels in the late ’90s and early aughts ( City of Angels , Salvation , and Wicked Prayer ), to say nothing of the fact that each movie was critically reviled. ( Salvation and Wicked Prayer went direct to video, which tells you everything you need to know about the franchise’s swift fall from grace.)

Alas, Hollywood’s gonna Hollywood, and The Crow is yet another piece of comic book IP revived for modern times. And while the Crow reboot, like any film, ought to be viewed with an open mind, it’s hard not to feel like the franchise should have ended with the original film’s send-off. At the end of The Crow , Eric’s vengeance has been inflicted on Detroit’s criminal underworld, and he visits Shelly’s grave. Her spirit appears before him, signaling to Eric that his soul can finally rest with a tender kiss. It’s a poignant parting image for The Crow —and an actor taken from us far too soon.

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