Heartbeats
By Xavier Dolan
2010
Drama / Romance
1h41
Synopsis
Francis is a young gay man, Marie is a young straight woman and the two of them are best friends -- until the day the gorgeous Nicolas walks into a Montreal coffee shop. The two friends, instantly and equally infatuated, compete for Nicolas' indeterminate affections, a conflict that climaxes when the trio visit the vacation home of Nicolas' mother. The frothy comedy unfolds through narrative, fantasy sequences and confessional monologues.
Community Reviews
Viewers are captivated by Xavier Dolan's 'Les amours imaginaires', praising its aesthetic beauty and the intense, poetic exploration of a love triangle among friends. The film's visual style, coupled with iconic music and unique narrative techniques, deeply resonates. However, some find the characters' lack of communication frustrating and struggle to empathize with them, feeling detached from the emotional core of the story.
👍 Stunning visuals and iconic music
👎 Characters might feel emotionally distant
