Tender Age
Tender Age

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Tender Age

1983
Movie
82 min
Russian

Kir Lopukhov and Alyosha Mamykin are classmates who have just received a certificate of maturity. The war began and the guys, without hesitation, also act together in the same artillery special school. They are given just three days to visit the front, for which there is so much to be done! Say goodbye to your Sokolniki. Find classmates. And Kira - by all means learn about the fate of her beloved girl Olya. True, she was evacuated, but according to rumors, she returned to the capital to go to university.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Edouard MolinaroGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A young, naive woman living in a small European town becomes entangled in a complex and ultimately destructive romantic affair with a much older, married businessman. As their relationship deepens, she finds herself drawn into his world, facing emotional turmoil and the harsh realities of adult relationships. The film explores themes of innocence, desire, and the consequences of choices made in youth.

Critical Reception

Tender Age received a mixed to positive reception upon its release, with critics often praising Nastassja Kinski's performance but some finding the narrative to be somewhat predictable. The film was noted for its sensitive portrayal of a young woman's emotional journey and its atmospheric setting.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Nastassja Kinski's compelling performance.

  • The film's exploration of a young woman's awakening is sensitively handled.

  • Some found the plot to be somewhat conventional.

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Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

Nastassja Kinski was only 21 years old when she starred in Tender Age, which contributed to the film's focus on youthful innocence and emerging sexuality.

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