Review of The Tie That Binds (1995) by Andy C — 26 Dec 2012

A wanna be thriller that feels like more of a serial killer slasher film.

This review of The Tie That Binds (1995) was written by Andy C on 26 Dec 2012.

The Tie That Binds has generally received mixed reviews.

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