Tender
Synopsis
A big hearted community celebrates life by fronting up to death. Set against the stunning backdrop of the industrial seaside town of Port Kembla, a feisty and resilient community group have determined to take back the responsibility that most of us leave to someone else — to care for their own dead. Scattered throughout are stories that cut to the core revealing why this small band have decided to take on a practice that for most is taboo. As their plans for community-based funerals gather momentum one of their own is diagnosed with a life-threatening illness. Tender is at once a heartbreakingly beautiful and beautifully funny glimpse of an extraordinary community taking on one of the most essential challenges of human life … its end.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lynette Wallworth
- Screenplay & Story
- Lynette Wallworth
- Original Score
- Nick Cave, Warren Ellis
- Original Title
- Tender
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 13m
- Production Studios
- Scarlett Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lynette Wallworth
Lynette Wallworth
Nick Cave, Warren Ellis
Simon Morris
Karryn de Cinque
Kath Shelper
Department Leadership Roster
Lynette Wallworth
Director
Lynette Wallworth
Writer
Kath Shelper
Producer
Nick Cave
Original Music Composer
Warren Ellis
Original Music Composer
Karryn de Cinque
Editor
Simon Morris
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
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What is Tender about?
A big hearted community celebrates life by fronting up to death. Set against the stunning backdrop of the industrial seaside town of Port Kembla, a feisty and resilient community group have determined to take back the responsibility that most of us leave to someone else — to care for their own dead. Scattered throughout are stories that cut to the core revealing why this small band have decided to take on a practice that for most is taboo. As their plans for community-based funerals gather momentum one of their own is diagnosed with a life-threatening illness. Tender is at once a heartbreakingly beautiful and beautifully funny glimpse of an extraordinary community taking on one of the most essential challenges of human life … its end.
Who directed Tender?
Tender was directed by Lynette Wallworth.
Who stars in Tender?
The principal cast of Tender includes Not specified.
When was Tender released and how long is it?
Tender was released in 2014 with a total runtime of 1h 13m.
Who composed the musical score for Tender?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Tender was composed by Nick Cave, Warren Ellis.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Tender?
Tender holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.).