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Bound

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Bound

Released May 16

1h 42m

Mystery & Thriller

Drama

Crime

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When BELLA realizes her mentally ill uncle/stepfather GORDY hid her college acceptance letter, she kicks him out of the house for the last time... so she thinks. When her mother YEVA allows Gordy back, Bella and her pocket squirrel BANDIT bolt to NYC with no money, no friends, no roof, and too much pride to turn back. With help from MARTA, an undocumented immigrant, OWAIS, a lonely vet, and STANDRICK, an insecure designer, Bella thrives, until she discovers an unlikely and horrifying connection. This revelation propels Bella to act without consulting her new "found family" and the results are devastating. Bella and her friends concoct a dark dangerous plan to break free from Gordy forever. The plan works, then fails, then works, and then fails. It finally corrects itself with the help of the unlikeliest person, but in the most heart-wrenching, tragic way.

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Tim Brennan

About Boulder

Props to director Isaac Hirotsu Woofter for making a gritty drama with feature elements that never dip into grimdarkness or needless cruelty.

Jun 2, 2025

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Casey Chong

Casey's Movie Mania

Alexandra Faye Sadeghian’s otherwise intense performance can’t overcome Isaac Hirotsu Woofter’s clunky indie drama.

Rated: 2.5/5

May 30, 2025

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Aaron Neuwirth

We Live Entertainment

I was very much engaged by this movie’s gritty yet captivating look at homelessness and mental illness. Raw performances from almost all involved helped develop a world, even while keeping the low budget in mind.

Rated: 7/10

May 23, 2025

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Pat Padua

Spectrum Culture

A convincing coming-of-age drama that becomes a less convincing crime drama in the third act. But the largely unknown cast carries this idiosyncratic vision.

Rated: 67/100

May 20, 2025

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Rebecca Johnson

Film Focus Online

With an outstanding lead performance, good character work and a strong message, Bound is a great indie gem that despite becoming a little clunky in its third act, is impressive nonetheless.

Rated: 3/5

May 19, 2025

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Daniel M. Kimmel

North Shore Movies

The turn by Sadeghian as the troubled Stella is truly impressive. If you’re looking for a grown-up drama of the sort that used to be the mainstay of indie filmmaking, you will want to check out “Bound.”

Rated: 3 1/2/5

May 18, 2025

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Tim R

I am completely in awe of Isaac Hirotsu Woofter‘s beautiful drama. What he has created is the definition of indie filmmaking at its absolute finest! The film moved me deeply and the performances were flawless. Alexandra Faye Sadeghian is magical and heartbreaking in the central role. I cannot wait to see her career soar! I was honored to see this film at a screening in North Hollywood. Seeing it on the big screen was thrilling. But if you can’t see it on the big screen (where I think all films belong), please do yourself a favor and rent and/or buy it! The film deals with some issues that were personal to me, but anyone who has ever loved or lost (and who hasn’t?) will be able to relate. Isaac Hirotsu Woofter is one of the most exciting new voices in cinema and I CANNOT WAIT to see what is next for him! Bravo!!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/05/25

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Isabel W

If you are wanting something light hearted and cute on in the background while doing remedial tasks, this is not the film for you. It is very subtle and complex, so you will miss something. There is a powerful message of hope and understanding in this raw film that doesn't hold anything back. If you give into it, there is no way you won't feel something in this heart wrenching beautiful story.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/01/25

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Nadya Y

Great Physc Thriller. My family and I enjoyed this film a lot. Skillful cinematography and strong character development. À must see.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/01/25

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Hura H

Compelling movie, enjoyed this writer's storytelling.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

05/22/25

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Joy G

Great indie drama pic that hits on many tough life issues balanced with strength and resilience through it all - and would be sure to hit home on some level for any viewer. It touches on how important chosen family can be, and how as humans we need to do a little less judging and a lot more nurturing. This film is contextually and visually artistic and does not spoon-feed. This is an important one to watch.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/21/25

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Claudia Mar R

Great movie and actors!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/20/25

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When BELLA realizes her mentally ill uncle/stepfather GORDY hid her college acceptance letter, she kicks him out of the house for the last time... so she thinks. When her mother YEVA allows Gordy back, Bella and her pocket squirrel BANDIT bolt to NYC with no money, no friends, no roof, and too much pride to turn back. With help from MARTA, an undocumented immigrant, OWAIS, a lonely vet, and STANDRICK, an insecure designer, Bella thrives, until she discovers an unlikely and horrifying connection. This revelation propels Bella to act without consulting her new "found family" and the results are devastating. Bella and her friends concoct a dark dangerous plan to break free from Gordy forever. The plan works, then fails, then works, and then fails. It finally corrects itself with the help of the unlikeliest person, but in the most heart-wrenching, tragic way.

Director: Isaac Hirotsu Woofter
Producer: Isaac Hirotsu Woofter
Screenwriter: Isaac Hirotsu Woofter
Distributor: Freestyle Releasing
Production Co: Paralysis Productions
Genre: Mystery & Thriller, Drama, Crime
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): May 16, 2025, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): May 16, 2025
Runtime: 1h 42m

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