Tenderness
Synopsis
Lee, a young man in Chengdu China, writes a letter to Sam, his former English teacher and lover from the US, reminiscing about their brief but profound relationship. He recalls their time together through past and present moments—exploring the city, learning from each other, and falling in love. But Sam had to return to the U.S., leaving Lee with cherished yet painful memories. "Tenderness" is a poetic tale of love, loss, and the lingering warmth of a connection that remains unforgettable.
Top Cast
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Regina International Film Festival and Awards (International Short film)
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lawrence Luo
- Screenplay & Story
- Lawrence Luo
- Original Title
- Tenderness
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 14m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lawrence Luo
Lawrence Luo
Fenghe Han
Lawrence Luo
Xuyang Liu
Department Leadership Roster
Lawrence Luo
Director
Lawrence Luo
Writer
Lawrence Luo
Editor
Fenghe Han
Director of Photography
Xuyang Liu
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
General — Suitable for all ages.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tenderness
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What is Tenderness about?
Lee, a young man in Chengdu China, writes a letter to Sam, his former English teacher and lover from the US, reminiscing about their brief but profound relationship. He recalls their time together through past and present moments—exploring the city, learning from each other, and falling in love. But Sam had to return to the U.S., leaving Lee with cherished yet painful memories. "Tenderness" is a poetic tale of love, loss, and the lingering warmth of a connection that remains unforgettable.
Who directed Tenderness?
Tenderness was directed by Lawrence Luo.
Who stars in Tenderness?
The principal cast of Tenderness includes Haoran Dai, Paul Addison.
When was Tenderness released and how long is it?
Tenderness was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 14m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Tenderness?
Tenderness holds official age classifications: CA: G (General — Suitable for all ages.).