Bound

It's an interesting indie offering&#59; a story centred on a main character plagued by internal issues who also has to deal with having abandoned an aggressive stepfather and a psychologically and physically fragile mother. [Full review in Spanish].

This dark indie understands the power of quiet moments, the weight of unspoken trauma, and the necessity of survival.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.”

Bound is a painfully honest, but ultimately hopeful film. Alexandra Faye Sadeghian is staggering.

Bound is a bold exploration of trauma, survival, and redemption, driven by powerful performances and a gripping storyline—at least for the majority of its runtime.