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Hold Me, Softly

  • 2025
  • 1h 7m
IMDb RATING
8.4/10
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Hold Me, Softly (2025)
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A newcomer takes up residence across the street from Snow's. He's relegated to distant daydream material until an encounter reels him into her unusual world. His calming presence shatters th... Read allA newcomer takes up residence across the street from Snow's. He's relegated to distant daydream material until an encounter reels him into her unusual world. His calming presence shatters the monotony of her isolated and haunted existence.A newcomer takes up residence across the street from Snow's. He's relegated to distant daydream material until an encounter reels him into her unusual world. His calming presence shatters the monotony of her isolated and haunted existence.

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    • Ina Tiernan Bailey
    • Carlos Berber
  • Writer
    • Ina Tiernan Bailey
  • Stars
    • Jasmine Berber
    • Andrei Kogolenok
    • Katie Engstrom
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    • Directors
      • Ina Tiernan Bailey
      • Carlos Berber
    • Writer
      • Ina Tiernan Bailey
    • Stars
      • Jasmine Berber
      • Andrei Kogolenok
      • Katie Engstrom
    • 10User reviews
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    Jasmine Berber
    • Snow
    Andrei Kogolenok
    Andrei Kogolenok
    • Calvin Rose
    Katie Engstrom
    • Carmen…
    Javan Nelson
    Javan Nelson
    • Snow's Ex-Boyfriend
    Damani Micah Kenneson
    • Carmen's Little Brother
    Brett Lingenfelter
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    • Directors
      • Ina Tiernan Bailey
      • Carlos Berber
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      • Ina Tiernan Bailey
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    8realskidrow

    A must watch

    This is a beautifully tender and introspective film that lingers in the heart long after the credits roll. At its core, it's a quiet exploration of connection and healing - showing how the presence of just one person can shift the course of a lonely life. The dynamic between Snow and her new neighbor is subtle yet powerful, unfolding with a dreamlike grace that feels both grounded and poetic.

    What makes this film shine is its restraint - it doesn't shout to be heard, but instead whispers its way into your emotions. The cinematography captures the isolation of its characters with gentle precision, while the performances are raw and deeply human. Hold Me Softly reminds us that even the softest presence can have the strongest impact.
    8kecin20233

    Lots of plot twists

    A powerful film that weaves emotional complexity into every frame. What starts as a seemingly simple tale of a lonely woman intrigued by the man across the street quickly deepens into something far more layered. Snow's haunted existence is portrayed with both fragility and strength, and the newcomer's presence slowly disrupts her carefully maintained solitude. Their connection unfolds in unpredictable ways, exploring themes of trust, grief, and emotional rebirth without ever spelling things out too plainly.

    The film does a great job keeping viewers engaged with its winding, unexpected plot. Just when you think you've figured it out, a twist redefines what's really going on. These shifts never feel forced-they're grounded in the characters' emotional journeys and backed by clever writing and direction. With a strong visual mood and nuanced performances, Hold Me, Softly manages to be both mysterious and heartfelt. It's the kind of film that lingers with you, asking you to look closer.
    9ryan_bishoppp

    8 stars

    A quiet gem-tender, evocative, and beautifully restrained. At its heart, it's a story about unexpected connection and the gentle unraveling of loneliness. Snow's world feels frozen in place until the arrival of her new neighbor, whose quiet charm and presence slowly breathe life into her solitude.

    The film doesn't rush; instead, it unfolds with the elegance of a whispered poem. Every glance, silence, and moment shared between the two leads carries emotional weight. It's the kind of storytelling that lingers long after the credits roll-introspective, soft-spoken, and profoundly human. A delicate and heartfelt watch.
    7JimmyR-09

    Has it's moments

    This film has a dreamy, almost hypnotic quality to it, following the quiet arrival of a mysterious neighbor who slowly becomes a part of Snow's world. While the storyline does drag in places-lingering a bit too long on certain moments-it still manages to pull you in with its eerie atmosphere and emotional undertones. The slow burn won't be for everyone, but there's something compelling about watching these two isolated lives begin to intertwine. It's more about mood and connection than plot twists, but by the end, it leaves you with a sense of quiet satisfaction. Not a fast-paced ride, but still a memorable one.
    9ryantheofficial

    solid drama

    This film takes what looks like a simple neighbor-meets-girl setup and flips it into something deeper, darker, and surprisingly emotional. The slow-burn romance between Snow and her mysterious new neighbor is magnetic, quiet at first, then intense in a way that sneaks up on you.

    What really makes it stand out is the drama. Just when you think you know where the story is heading, it shifts. Secrets unfold, pasts collide, and suddenly you're watching something much bigger than just a love story. The plot twists are sharp but never forced, and they add real weight to the emotional journey.

    With a strong storyline, beautifully strange atmosphere, and a relationship that feels both raw and real, this film delivers romance and drama with unexpected depth. It's haunting, heartfelt, and full of surprises.

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    • Release date
      • April 25, 2025 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
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      • Berber Productions
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      • $35,000 (estimated)
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      • 1h 7m(67 min)
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