In a Heartbeat

The music and muted color tones of the film bring you right into the child's world of silent despair. In her darkness she discovers strength and later light. This is a terrific film about experiencing and witnessing bullying and then finding the courage to do something about it. The little girl's face hardly changes expression, yet by body language and the situations she's in, you know exactly what she's thinking. Her face barely changes when she realizes she can do something, but it's clear and powerful. This is a film that should be shown in classrooms around the world, as bullying is a worldwide issue and the resolution can translate into any culture.

In a Heartbeat packs a powerful message. Bullying is global and it affects individuals and impacts society. The young actors, especially the lead actress along with the fantastic music excellently and dramatically convey the message that standing up to bullies is not only alright but the only thing we can do to end the terror, emotional damage, and pain they cause in their victim's lives. In the silence of words the emotions and feelings shouted loudly enhancing the level and degree at which I was able to emotionally connect with this film. Every school should use this short film to help kids talk about bullying. Thumbs up for the sensitivity and powerfully delivered message in In a Heartbeat.