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Journey of the Heart (1997)

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Plot

In the heartland of Texas, where gossip flows as freely as the Rio Grande, lives Janice, a single mother with an oversized hairdo, lips painted a shade too red, and two sons who are the talk of the town. Ray, her younger boy, is a six-year-old fireball of energy and mischief. Tony, the elder, is a gentle soul of nine, touched with autism due to oxygen deficiency at birth. He is often misunderstood by others, seen as a peculiar child, save for Ray who stands as his fiercely protective brother and best friend. The boys' world revolves around their spitfire mother Janice who works tirelessly as a waitress and cleaner, her spirit undaunted by their challenging circumstances. Tony's peculiarity takes a surprising turn when he sits down at the piano one day and effortlessly plays Twinkle Twinkle Little Star by ear. The melody, so pure and beautiful, leaves Janice with a glimmer of hope for her family's future. Recognizing her son's remarkable talent, Janice decides to make a bold move. She uproots their lives, an enormous sacrifice for Ray, and sets out for Boston, seeking a spot for Tony in a prestigious school for the differently-abled. Their journey is met with countless obstacles, rules that they seem too late to follow, yet their plea is heard. Tony is granted a place, gifted a piano, and becomes the protege of the compassionate music teacher, Thomas Deblois. As Janice navigates this new city, her vivacious Texan charm catches the eye of Thomas, starting a delicate dance of romance. Meanwhile, Tony, once the 'weird kid' in a small town, begins his inspiring journey in the world of music, becoming a testament to the power of love, resilience, and the magic of a melody.

Where to watch Journey of the Heart?

Journey of the Heart is a drama movie featuring Cybill Shepherd.

It is possible to buy Journey of the Heart on Amazon Video.