Tender

About This Movie

Tender is a fascinating exploration of currency through animation, where the holographic features of Canadian dollars become a canvas for visual storytelling. The film’s cameraless approach gives it a raw, almost experimental vibe, making you feel like you’re peering into a world that’s both familiar and alien. The pacing is hypnotic, drawing you into a dizzying examination of symbols like monarchs and maple leaves, layered with a reflective commentary on what money represents in our lives. It’s distinctive in its use of practical effects; seeing those transparent portions contact printed onto 16mm film adds a tactile quality that speaks to both the history of cinema and the materiality of currency. It’s an intriguing piece that straddles art and documentary.

Experimental animation techniqueFocus on currency symbolismUnique use of 16mm film