Heart and Souls

Heart and Souls

Year: 1993

Runtime: 104 min

Language: English

Director: Ron Underwood

DramaFantasyComedyRomance

In 1959, four souls—Harrison, Penny, Julia, and Milo—perish in a bus accident. Bound together as eternal spirits, they find themselves inexplicably connected to Baby Thomas, born at the very moment of their tragic end. As Thomas grows into a successful businessman, the ghosts remain close, observing his life and occasionally influencing events. They hope that he will ultimately help them find peace and closure, allowing them to finally move on from their unfinished business.

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1

The Trolleybus Ride Begins

In San Francisco during 1959, four individuals—Penny, Harrison, Julia, and Milo—board a late-night trolleybus. Each is burdened by their own personal struggles, setting the stage for a fateful journey.

1959 San Francisco
2

Penny's Regret

Penny, a single mother, grapples with guilt about leaving her three children alone to work the night shift. Her internal turmoil reflects the burden of her choices during the ride.

3

Harrison's Stage Fright

Harrison, a wannabe singer, faces a critical moment as he prepares for an audition but ultimately succumbs to fear. This failure haunts him, and he reflects on what could have been during the journey.

4

Julia's Heartbreak

Having recently rejected a marriage proposal, Julia escapes her waitressing job to chase after her boyfriend, John. She is torn between her feelings and the fear of commitment, indicating deeper emotional struggles.

5

Milo's Guilt

Milo, a small-time thief, fails to recover a valuable stamp book he had tricked from a young boy, leaving him with a heavy conscience. His past mistakes weigh him down significantly during the bus ride.

6

The Tragic Accident

The trolleybus driver, Hal, is distracted by an alluring passenger, leading to a catastrophic crash. The bus swerves off an overpass, resulting in the tragic deaths of all aboard, including our four main characters.

San Francisco
7

The Birth of Thomas

Meanwhile, Frank Reilly rushes to the hospital with his pregnant wife, Eva. Amidst the chaos of the trolley crash, Eva gives birth to their son, Thomas, directly in the car, marking a new beginning.

8

The Connection with Thomas

In an unexpected twist, the spirits of the four trolley passengers become intertwined with baby Thomas's existence. They can communicate with him, instilling in him their unresolved issues from their lives.

9

Concerns About Thomas

As Thomas grows, his parents notice his attachment to his 'invisible friends,' causing them concern over his mental health. They fear that his unusual behavior might lead to a separation from them as he struggles with his reality.

10

Hal's Redemption

Thirty-four years later, Hal is still driving the trolleybus, now tasked with guiding the spirits to the afterlife. He recognizes his past mistakes and seeks closure for the four souls who have lingered by Thomas's side.

Thirty-four years later
11

Unresolved Issues

The quartet of spirits strives to resolve their unfinished business tied to baby Thomas. Each spirit has their own lingering matters to settle, such as Penny's concern for her children and Harrison's dream of singing.

12

Tracking Down Penny's Daughters

Thomas embarks on a mission to locate Penny's daughters, discovering that one was adopted after her unfortunate passing. He realizes that their fates are still intertwined and his connection to them is vital.

13

Harrison's Singing Opportunity

In a bold move, Harrison seizes the chance to sing at a B.B. King concert using Thomas as a vessel. This moment, however, leads to a confrontation with the police, complicating Thomas's already turbulent life.

14

Julia's Letter to John

Thomas and Julia write a heartfelt letter to John but are devastated to learn he has died. Julia realizes she must confront her own feelings and help Thomas avoid repeating her past mistakes in love.

15

Finding Peace

As Thomas articulates his fears under the stars, he connects deeply with Anne, sharing a dance that symbolizes new beginnings. This moment leads to the emergence of four new stars in the sky, representing Penny, Julia, Harrison, and Milo finally finding peace.

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