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Tender: Aerin Frankel & Gwyneth Philips

Tender: Aerin Frankel & Gwyneth Philips

2026•38m•Documentary

The goaltender is the emotional center of a hockey team – responsible for its survival, protected and cherished in return.

"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.

Deanna Hong · Director

Mary Catherine Finney · Director

StatusReleased
Runtime38m
LanguageEN
Release DateFeb 14, 2026

Actors

Gwyneth Philips

Gwyneth Philips

Self

Aerin Frankel

Aerin Frankel

Self

Alina Müller

Alina Müller

Self

Brooke Hobson

Brooke Hobson

Self

Rebecca Leslie

Rebecca Leslie

Self

Melissa Piacentini

Self

Dave Flint

Self

Megan Keller

Megan Keller

Self

Jill Saulnier

Jill Saulnier

Self

Emily Clark

Emily Clark

Self

Emerance Maschmeyer

Emerance Maschmeyer

Self

Taylor House

Taylor House

Self

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