Instant fave! For me this is a romantic comedy film in a twisted way. I love how Antionio Banderas played his character and combined being psycho, lonely, passionate and mental. Also loved Victoria Abril’s character like how she fell for her kidnapper (coz Antonio is so cute here)! Their scenes are so hot and what added to their chemistry is their vulnerability - great acting! Not so many supporting characters like other Almodovar films. The sister’s great and very likeable. The director…kinda annoying. And of course, very funny to see Rossy de Palma’s face again - now as a drug dealer. Also want to say that I love the happy ending - nobody died! It’s just so peaceful and made me feel good after watching it.
After being released from a mental hospital, a troubled young man tracks down an actress he once had sex with and forces her into captivity, determined to make her part of his life.
Quick Stats
6.8
TMDB Rating
706
Votes
1h 42m
Runtime
—
Budget
$3.1M
Box Office
—
Return
Key Crew
DirectorPedro Almodóvar
WriterYuyi Beringola
CinematographyJosé Luis Alcaine
ComposerRicardo Steinberg
EditorJosé Salcedo
Production DesignFerran Sánchez
Produced by
El Deseo
Where to Watch
Streaming
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Critics & Reviews
1 featuredCast
Victoria Abril
Marina Osorio
Antonio Banderas
Ricky
Loles León
Lola
Julieta Serrano
Alma
María Barranco
Berta
Rossy de Palma
Camello en Vespa
Francisco Rabal
Máximo Espejo
Lola Cardona
Directora psiquiátrico
M
Montse G. Romeu
Periodista
Emiliano Redondo
Decorador
O
Oswaldo Delgado
Fantasma
C
Concha Rabal
Farmacéutica
Alberto Fernández
Productor
José María Tasso
Anciano psiquiátrico
Angelina Llongueras
Montadora
