Heartthrob (2017): Cast & Plot
Heartthrob is a 2017 romantic thriller directed by Chris Sivertson, starring Ione Skye as Jody Maddox, Aubrey Shea and Keir Gilchrist. It runs 1 hour 26 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 26m (86 min)
- Director
- Chris Sivertson
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Citizen Skull Productions
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Heartthrob About?
The premise of Heartthrob without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Sam Maddox, a girl struggling with her father's suicide, has a reputation at her high school. She begins a relationship with Henry Sinclair, a brilliant student headed to MIT. Despite their differences, they are drawn to each other, but Sam is unaware that Henry is consumed by a dangerous romantic obsession. As their relationship intensifies, Henry’s fixation escalates, and he’s willing to do anything to protect his romance, even resorting to violence against anyone who threatens it.
Heartthrob Themes & Keywords
· 34 tags- pursuit
- dark
- rivalry
- high school valedictorian
- memorial service
- waitress
- voice over narration
- first date
- car trouble
- roller rink
- first kiss
- fireworks
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- stalker
- diner
- boyfriend girlfriend relationship
- massachusetts institute of technology
- one word title
- astronomy
- obsessive love
- swimming pool
- indoor pool
- alone at the pool
- sex in a swimming pool
- urinating outside
- murder
- hit with a rock
- stabbing
- knife
- tied to a chair
- suicide
- psychopath
- forbidden love
- teenage boy
- handjob
Heartthrob Cast & Characters
Ione Skye leads the cast as Jody Maddox, with Aubrey Shea as Sam Maddox and Keir Gilchrist as Henry Sinclair. Directed by Chris Sivertson; 22 actors are credited in all.
- Director Chris Sivertson
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Ione Skye as Jody Maddox - Aubrey Shea as Sam Maddox
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Keir Gilchrist as Henry Sinclair - Jimmy Bennett as Dustin
Also Starring in Heartthrob
· 18 more- Felicity Price Colette Sinclair
- Peter Facinelli Mr. Rickett
- Lowell Deo Mr. Tachuk
- Tristan Decker Bailey
- Giovanni V. Giusti Firekeeper (uncredited)
- Aaron Ross DJ
- Reza Leal-Smartt Audrey Bellweather
- Taylor Dearden Cleo
- Skyler Verity Guitar Dude
- Echo Bull Mrs. Tachuk
- Caroline Huey Tasha
- Austin Kulman Brendan
- Rebecca Huey Tina
- Connor Muhl Flynn
- Daniel Nsengimana Josh
- Ian Bond Danny
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- Nazlah Black Rhoda
- Thom Delahunt Diner Patron (uncredited)
More from Chris Sivertson
More films directed by Chris Sivertson, best-rated first: Monstrous, All Cheerleaders Die, I Know Who Killed Me and Driven to the Edge.
Heartthrob Plot Summary
What happens in Heartthrob from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 10 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Shortly after high school graduation, Henry, Keir Gilchrist the shy valedictorian, crosses paths with Samantha, Aubrey Shea, a girl whose reputation at school is that of a bimbo. They clash at first, debating the gaps in each other’s perceptions, but a sincere apology from Henry and a kind gesture—offering Samantha a ride home after her shift—begin to plant the seeds of something more tender. What starts as a tentative romance quickly swells into a bright, almost reckless happiness for Henry, who feels as if he’s found someone who truly sees him. He carries that moment of connection with him as a beacon, savoring the new warmth that her presence brings to his otherwise quiet life.
Full summary
The whole story of Heartthrob, scene by scene
Heartthrob Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Heartthrob.
How Well Do You Know Heartthrob?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
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What is Henry's academic achievement at the end of high school?
Heartthrob Also Known As
5 alternative titles, including “Una pericolosa ossessione” and “Сердцебиение”.
- Also known as
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- Una pericolosa ossessione
- Сердцебиение
- 하트스롭 - 사랑의 광기
- Halálos megszállottság
- あこがれのヒト
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Heartthrob FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Heartthrob, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Heartthrob?
Heartthrob runs 1 hour 26 minutes (86 minutes).
When was Heartthrob released?
Heartthrob was released on October 10, 2017.
Who directed Heartthrob?
Heartthrob was directed by Chris Sivertson.
More films by Chris Sivertson Who is in the cast of Heartthrob?
Heartthrob stars Ione Skye as Jody Maddox, Aubrey Shea as Sam Maddox and Keir Gilchrist as Henry Sinclair, among 22 credited actors.
Does Heartthrob have a post-credit scene?
No. Heartthrob has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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