Review of Heartbeat

Adrian (Polly Draper) is a successful Los Angeles producer with an even more wealthy businessman for a husband. They are in love, even when Steven's temper erupts occasionally, for he always apologizes doesn't he? Meanwhile, Bill (John Ritter) is the director of a top-rated soap opera but unhappy in his personal life. This is because his ex-wife lives on the opposite coast and he doesn't get to see his two sons as often as he would like. One fateful day, Adrian's world is turned counter clockwise when she discovers she is pregnant. Husband Steven has made it clear that he doesn't not want children and it was agreed on before the marriage. But, once she is expecting, Adrian cannot go through with an abortion. Thus, Steven moves out, takes most of the furniture and begins divorce proceedings. What ever happened to love conquering all? But, as fate would have it, this opens the door for Bill and Adrian to meet and, after many weeks, start getting serious. Yet, Bill remains worried that Steven will return and change his mind. Will he? This heartfelt film is very sweet, tailor made for romance lovers. Based on a popular book by Danielle Steel, fans of the novel should be very pleased with this successful rendering. Ritter and Draper are truly great in roles that could have been somewhat one dimensional. The supporting actors are not noteworthy but that doesn't matter. Costumes, the sunny LA sets and the fine direction help make it a small winner. If you like romantic flicks, with a cup of hot chocolate and some popcorn on the side, then this one is for you.