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Pacemaker Featured, Reviews Film Threat

Aug 9, 2023

Christopher Lennertz and Brian Vincent Rhodes’ animated short, Pacemaker, is that timely reminder that we’re all looking for love in all its glorious forms.
Pacemaker is the story of Cody (Alex Newell) and her Grandad (Philip Lawrence). Grandad is about to head into surgery for his much-needed pacemaker. To cheer him up, Cody grabs a scrapbook he’s worked on spotlighting the “Rule of Life” that Grandad had instilled in him, like family, sportsmanship, trust, and…love.
Initially, the book was entitled, “Lessons on Life for Becca.” Now, Cody has changed the title from “Becca” to “Cody” to reflect his true self. Just before surgery, Grandad is excited to see Becca, and he reminds Grandad it’s Cody now. When they turn to the “Love” page, Grandad sees a photo of Cody and his girlfriend and turns away sadly as he heads down for surgery.

“…changed the title from ‘Becca’ to ‘Cody’ to reflect his true self.”
Pacemaker is a musical animated short written by Grammy winner Christopher Lennertz and inspired by his life raising his trans son. When Grandad realizes he disappointed Cody, Lennertz sends Grandad into the musical number, Rhythm of My Heart, recounting how Grandad fell in love with Cody’s Abuella and touching on how love can be found in expected ways.
Pacemaker spotlights love in the context of an LGBTQIA+ family and community. The animation is beautiful and vibrant, and for the animators—well on their way to rivaling Disney. Rhythm of My Heart is top-notch and belted wonderfully by Alex Newell.
My walkway from Pacemaker is that no matter what craziness is happening world around us. Deep down, everyone wants to be loved, and it’s up to us to give it unconditionally.
Pacemaker made its U.S. premiere at the 2023 OUTFEST LA.

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