Sundance 2018: Brett Haley's 'Hearts Beat Loud' is a Rockin' Sensation

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I admit I have a soft spot for musicals, which means I also have big soft spot for films where people come together to make new music – either as a band, or a DJ, or a solo act. Hearts Beat Loud is the latest film from filmmaker Brett Haley (The New Year, I’ll See You in My Dreams, The Hero) and it might be the best Closing Night film I’ve seen in the 12 years I’ve been coming to the Sundance Film Festival. Most films that premiere on Closing Night at Sundance are enjoyable, but ultimately forgettable, however this one breaks the mold and delivers a heartwarming, rockin’, completely satisfying experience. The music they make is great, even though it does have a pop sound, it’s still music I want to listen to on repeat. Most of all there’s a sweet, warm feeling to this film that makes it so satisfying, as cinematic storytelling that’s good for the soul. ›››

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