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Remember those butterfly feelings when you have a crush on someone and blush at the mere thought of them? In a Heartbeat captures all those nervous, hopeful feelings as a young boy realises his love for his friend. Take a look at the short animation that struck such a chord with viewers around the world.
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The wordless clip was posted on YouTube and quickly became one of the most-watched short animations online, shared and loved by viewers of all ages.
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What’s it About?
In a Heartbeat is a sweet story that tells the tale of a young boy named Sherwin, who has a crush on his friend Jonathan. Sherwin is too shy to profess his feelings, but his heart takes control and literally jumps out of his chest at the sight of Jonathan. Sherwin is, as the film’s description proclaims, “at risk of being outed by his own heart.”
With a stellar soundtrack and an unforgettable message, the four-minute animation is definitely one to watch:
Esteban Bravo and Beth David created In a Heartbeat as their senior thesis project at the Ringling College of Art and Design in Florida. They began work on the project in January 2016, raising funding through Kickstarter to help them finish the animation. It’s probably safe to say they got a good grade, given the worldwide attention their film has received since.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is In a Heartbeat about?
It’s a short, wordless animation about a young boy named Sherwin, who has a crush on his classmate Jonathan and struggles to keep his feelings hidden — until his own heart takes matters into its hands, quite literally.
Who made In a Heartbeat?
The film was created by Esteban Bravo and Beth David as their senior thesis project while studying computer animation at the Ringling College of Art and Design in Florida. They funded the final stages of production through Kickstarter.
How long is the film?
It runs for about four minutes, making it an easy watch for families short on time but wanting a story with real heart.
Is In a Heartbeat suitable for children?
It’s a gentle, wordless story about friendship, shyness and first crushes, told with warmth and humour, so most families find it a lovely one to watch together and talk about afterwards.
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