The Tender Age

About This Movie

The Tender Age is a curious little gem from '68, showcasing Bernard Toublanc-Michel's unique vision. It follows twenty-year-old Henri Rebecque, who is determined to adapt Benjamin Constant's Adolphe with a sixteen-millimeter camera and friends in tow. The film has this raw, almost intimate quality, the kind you get from amateur productions. Henri’s performance as Adolphe is earnest, capturing the naivety and ambition of youth. The pacing feels deliberate, allowing the viewer to soak in the moments, heavy with the weight of obsession and creativity. You can feel the DIY spirit; it’s charming and a bit chaotic, but that's part of its allure. There's a tangible atmosphere that’s hard to shake off, almost like you’re witnessing a personal diary unfold.

Amateur filmmaking aesthetic · Explores themes of obsession · Distinctive performance by Henri Rebecque