A whimsical, silent animation capturing the fluttering anxiety and innocent thrill of a first crush through a heart that leaps from a boy's chest to chase his dream boy.
In a Heartbeat
"The Heart Wants What The Heart Wants"
Director:
Beth David
Esteban Bravo
Cast:
Nick Ainsworth, Kelly Donohue
Animation
Comedy
Romance
In a Heartbeat - Easter Eggs & Hidden Details
Easter Eggs
The leaves on the trees are heart-shaped.
This subtle detail in the background animation reinforces the film's central theme of love and the romantic, innocent atmosphere of the story. It suggests that love is a natural part of the world around the characters.