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Tender Fictions
1995·Movie
·58min·
Tender Fictions fingerprint
Immersive world, strong craft, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension4
- Fast Pace4
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Nostalgic
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Coming of Age8
- Nostalgia7
- Family Dynamics7
Humor
Some satire and sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Satire & Parody7
- Wit & Wordplay6
- Absurdist Humor5
World
A real life story, society, and everyday modern life
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Novelty8
- Ambiguity7
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Meta Narrative8
Style
Standout editing
- Editing8
- Cinematography7
- Visual Stylization7
All energy traits
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumNostalgic
Much of it is about growing up and family.
Emotionally, it's nostalgic. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
MediumSome satire and sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some satire and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody7Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor5Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
World
HighA real life story, society, and everyday modern life
Its world is built around a real life story, society, and everyday modern life. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Biographical9Lives of notable figures.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Showbiz8Entertainment industry and performance.
- Pop Culture8References and cultural commentary.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Meta Narrative8Stories about storytelling.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative7Time-shifts and structure play.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
Related traits
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Educational7Informative and instructive.
- Homage & Reference5Allusions to other works.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
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About
Childhood stories of the artist as a young lesbian and intimate tales of the lesbian as a young artist underscore the filmmaker's life of performances. With a Swiss army knife she robs an American Express Bank in Morocco, accosts a shepherd in a field on International Women's Day, and tap dances on Shirley Temple's star on Hollywood Boulevard. This child movie star was the ideal by which Hammer's ambitious mother measured her own Barbie. Grandma, already a cook for Lillian Gish in Hollywood, introduced the cute, loquacious child and her mother to D.W. Griffith. Lesbian autobiography is a slender genre, so Hammer draws from general culture studies for critique and to provide an ironic edge to the synthesized "voices of authority".
Lesbian AutobiographyPerformance ArtAvant-Garde FilmmakingFeminist CritiqueExperimental NarrativeSocial CommentaryQueer IdentityPersonal DocumentaryIntimate Storytelling
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Questions about Tender Fictions
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Is Tender Fictions worth watching?
66
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 7.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Tender Fictions rated?
NuditySexual content
Content advisories: nudity and sexual content.
How long is Tender Fictions?
0 h 58 min
Tender Fictions runs 0 h 58 min.
Is Tender Fictions based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
What language is Tender Fictions in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.