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Heart Beat

Heart Beat

They shocked us. They outraged us. They didn't do anything wrong. They just did it first.

An exploration of the relationship between Beat Generation writers Jack Kerouac and Neal Cassady, and Cassady's wife, Carolyn.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Heart Beat
  • Genres: Drama
  • Release Date: 1980-04-25
  • Runtime: 110 minutes
  • Rating: 5.474/10 (19 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $954,029
  • Production Companies: Orion Pictures, Further Productions
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.6496
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Nick Nolte

Nick Nolte

as Neal Cassady

Sissy Spacek

Sissy Spacek

as Carolyn Cassady

John Heard

John Heard

as Jack Kerouac

Ray Sharkey

Ray Sharkey

as Ira (based on Allen Ginsberg)

Ann Dusenberry

Ann Dusenberry

as Stevie

Margaret Fairchild

Margaret Fairchild

as Mrs. Kerouac

Tony Bill

Tony Bill

as Dick

Mary Margaret Amato

Mary Margaret Amato

as Waitress

Kent Williams

Kent Williams

as Ogden

Susan Niven

Susan Niven

as Ogden's Secretary

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External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Heart Beat?

Heart Beat is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1980-04-25.

Who are the main actors in Heart Beat?

The main cast includes Nick Nolte, Sissy Spacek, John Heard, Ray Sharkey, Ann Dusenberry, .

Where can I watch Heart Beat online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Heart Beat is available.

Is Heart Beat based on a true story?

They shocked us. They outraged us. They didn't do anything wrong. They just did it first.

What is the IMDb rating of Heart Beat?

Heart Beat has an IMDb rating of 5.474/10 based on 19 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Heart Beat?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $954,029 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Heart Beat?

The soundtrack was composed by Orion Pictures, Further Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Heart Beat filmed?

Heart Beat was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Heart Beat?

The total runtime of Heart Beat is 110 minutes.

Is Heart Beat suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Heart Beat?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Heart Beat.

Does Heart Beat have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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