In a Heartbeat

High school can be a battlefield of nerves and hidden feelings, but for Sherwin, the stakes are uniquely physical. A closeted teenager, Sherwin finds himself caught in a silent, internal tug-of-war as he navigates his deep-seated crush on Jonathan, the most popular boy in school. While Sherwin is far too shy to confess his true feelings or risk the potential fallout of being outed, his heart has other plans. In this charming and poignant animated short, Sherwin’s emotions refuse to stay buried. When his own heart literally pops out of his chest, it embarks on a frantic, irrepressible mission to chase down the object of his affection. As his heart leads a high-stakes pursuit through the school hallways, Sherwin must scramble to keep his secret from being revealed to his peers. *In a Heartbeat* is a heartfelt exploration of the vulnerability of first love and the courage it takes to be yourself. Produced by Ringling College of Art and Design, this Academy Award-shortlisted film captures the universal anxiety of attraction with humor and sincerity. Will Sherwin be able to keep his heart under control, or will his most private desires be laid bare for everyone to see? Experience this captivating story of longing, courage, and the unpredictable nature of the human heart.