Four Rooms

The film is structured as four distinct stories, each taking place in a different hotel room. Tim Roth stars as Ted the Bellhop, whose attempts to navigate the increasingly chaotic situations provide a throughline. The segments cover a range of scenarios, from darkly comedic to surreal, involving an assortment of characters like a witch, a hoodlum, and eccentric guests.

Four Rooms was produced by Miramax and A Band Apart, Quentin Tarantino’s production company, blending the styles of its four directors: Allison Anders, Alexandre Rockwell, Robert Rodriguez, and Tarantino himself. This collaboration offers a varied tone and approach across the segments, which has intrigued collectors interested in the intersection of independent and mainstream 90s cinema.

The cast includes notable names such as Jennifer Beals, Madonna, Antonio Banderas, and Ione Skye. Madonna's involvement was particularly notable during this period, adding a pop culture element to the film. Tim Roth’s performance as the hapless bellhop anchors the film’s episodic nature.

Collectors often seek Four Rooms across multiple physical formats including VHS, DVD, and Blu-ray. Its anthology format and diverse directorial voices make it a standout piece for fans of 90s cult films. The film’s setting on New Year’s Eve and its Los Angeles hotel backdrop add to its appeal as a snapshot of mid-90s indie cinema culture.