Harmony in the Heartbeats
- Tagline
- In a rhythm of the past, love finds a timeless tune.
- Description
- Set against the lush backdrop of a pre-colonial Asian landscape, 'Harmony in the Heartbeats' is an animated tale that tugs at the heartstrings across time. In a world where the old ways walk hand-in-hand with the marvels of technology, a creative artist and a sentient robot discover that the art of connection knows no bounds. Featuring the voice talents of Tortilla Swinston as Melodia, a gifted musician whose melodies speak to the soul, Gorge Sandfish as Automaton, a cyborg with a curious heart, and Bill Murrey as the wise old sage who guides them on their journey, this film redefines the boundaries of love and relationships through the eyes of the most unexpected pair. Directed by the visionary Tim Burdton, 'Harmony in the Heartbeats' invites viewers of all ages to find pedantic pleasure in a story where love is the truest form of art and connection.
- MpaaRating
- G
- PopularityScore
- 4.20
- ReleaseDate
- 05/26/2022
- Genre
- Animation
- Director(s)
- Cast
Critic Reviews
7.80
In an era where the synthesis of technology and emotion is a narrative that has been meticulously overwrought, 'Harmony in the Heartbeats' attempts to tread this well-worn path with a modicum of freshness. The pre-colonial Asian setting, an all-too-rare backdrop in the realm of animation, affords the film an aesthetic richness that is, to be frank, visually arresting. However, one cannot help but sense the derivative nature of the storytelling, as 'Harmony in the Heartbeats' relies on the conventional trope of an unlikely relationship to anchor its plot. The voice performances, particularly that of Tortilla Swinston, bring a certain gravitas to the proceedings, though Gorge Sandfish's Automaton evokes a mechanistic pathos that borders on the trite. Director Tim Burdton imbues the film with a whimsical charm, even if it feels like a reiteration of his previous work, rather than a bold new statement. The film's insistence on the idea that 'love is the truest form of art and connection' is noble, albeit preached with a heavy-handedness that threatens to undermine the subtlety that the narrative so desperately needs. It is a film that will undoubtedly appeal to the sentimentality of the masses, but for those seeking a more nuanced exploration of the human condition, it may fall slightly short of expectations.