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Tender: Aerin Frankel & Gwyneth Philips
“The goaltender is the emotional center of a hockey team – responsible for its survival, protected and cherished in return.”
0.0 / 10• 2026• 38m•NR• English
Documentary
Storyline
"Tender" is a tribute to the care, responsibility, and quiet eccentricity of the goaltending position – exploring a lesser-seen side of some of the fiercest competitors in a brutal sport. Told through the intertwined careers of Team USA goaltenders Aerin Frankel & Gwyneth Philips, this short documentary highlights the talents, habits, and quirks that make both athletes individually elite at their craft, while allowing their distinct personalities to shine through. It also examines the unique bond between goalie partners – a relationship defined by mutual trust and respect, forged over years as both teammates and opponents.
Cast & Crew
Gwyneth Philips
Self
Lead
Aerin Frankel
Self
Alina Müller
Self
Brooke Hobson
Self
Rebecca Leslie
Self
MP
Melissa Piacentini
Self
DF
Dave Flint
Self
Megan Keller
Self
What People Are Saying
0.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Deanna Hong's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Tender: Aerin Frankel & Gwyneth Philips is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
