Hold Me, Softly

Apr 25, 2025

1h 6m

★ 0.0

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.

Overview

'Hold Me, Softly' follows the blossoming friendship between a reclusive video-game designer and her charming new neighbor. As they talk through the most profound tears and laughter along the curbside, their heartwarming story captures the essence of summer and the promise of hopeful beginnings.

Genres

Drama

Romance

Production Companies

Morse Reserved

Berber Productions

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Cast

"Snow"

Jasmine Berber

Calvin

Andrew Kogolenok

Carmen, Calvin's girlfriend

Katie Engstrom

Snow's Ex-boyfriend

Javan Nelson

Police Officer

Brett Lingenfelter

Carmen's little brother

Damani Micah Kenneson

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