Tough and Tender
Les minets ... sauvages
“In a detention home for boys.”
Synopsis
Eight twinks with troubled pasts find themselves under surveillance from the Center of Education because of their strong and frequent need to have sex. The leader of the eight stalks newcomers to the group without mercy: easy, willing prey.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 11, 2022
VOD & Digital Platforms
January 1, 1984
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jean-Daniel Cadinot
- Screenplay & Story
- Jean-Daniel Cadinot, Gérard Mandrin
- Original Title
- Les minets ... sauvages
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 15m
- Production Studios
- French Art, JDC Studio, Videovision
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jean-Daniel Cadinot
Jean-Daniel Cadinot, Gérard Mandrin
Francis Pierre
Jean-Daniel Cadinot
Department Leadership Roster
Jean-Daniel Cadinot
Writer
Jean-Daniel Cadinot
Producer
Jean-Daniel Cadinot
Director
Jean-Daniel Cadinot
Screenplay
Gérard Mandrin
Screenplay
Francis Pierre
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NC-17: Adults Only — No one 17 and under admitted.
International Certification Matrix
Interdit aux moins de 18 ans — 18+ only.
Adults Only — No one 17 and under admitted.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tough and Tender
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Tough and Tender about?
Eight twinks with troubled pasts find themselves under surveillance from the Center of Education because of their strong and frequent need to have sex. The leader of the eight stalks newcomers to the group without mercy: easy, willing prey.
Who directed Tough and Tender?
Tough and Tender was directed by Jean-Daniel Cadinot.
Who stars in Tough and Tender?
The principal cast of Tough and Tender includes Didier Hamel, Jean-Louis Vaissière, Luigi di Como, Gérard Mandrin, Patrick Seigneur.
When was Tough and Tender released and how long is it?
Tough and Tender was released in 1984 with a total runtime of 1h 15m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Tough and Tender?
Tough and Tender holds official age classifications: FR: 18 (Interdit aux moins de 18 ans — 18+ only.); US: NC-17 (Adults Only — No one 17 and under admitted.).