Directed by Natalie Krinsky
The Broken Hearts Gallery is a feel-good romantic comedy with a fresh twist on post-breakup recovery, wrapped in vibrant New York charm. Written and directed by Natalie Krinsky, the film follows Lucy Gulliver (Geraldine Viswanathan), a quirky, emotionally attached art gallery assistant who turns heartbreak into inspiration by creating a pop-up space where people can leave behind relics from failed relationships.
After being dumped and fired on the same night, Lucy has a chance encounter with Nick (Dacre Montgomery), a reserved hotelier with his own dreams and heartbreaks. Together, they transform a dilapidated hotel into the Broken Hearts Gallery—an evolving art project that helps others heal, and just might mend their own hearts in the process.
Geraldine Viswanathan carries the film with magnetic energy, bringing humor, depth, and relatability to a character who could’ve easily been a rom-com stereotype. Her chemistry with Dacre Montgomery is sweetly understated, creating a natural and engaging dynamic that anchors the emotional arc. The supporting cast—Molly Gordon, Phillipa Soo, and Arturo Castro—adds warmth and comedy, building a world that feels inclusive and real.
Krinsky’s direction leans into the genre’s best tropes—meet-cutes, montages, and grand gestures—but also brings modern sensibility and a sense of personal storytelling. The film is light on its feet but not without emotional resonance, especially in its exploration of how we cling to the physical remains of love.
The colorful production design, upbeat pacing, and contemporary dialogue make it a breezy yet thoughtful watch. It’s a story that celebrates messiness, vulnerability, and the beauty of starting over—not just romantically, but creatively and personally.
While The Broken Hearts Gallery sticks close to genre conventions, it shines through its unique concept and heartfelt performances. It’s an uplifting, charming reminder that sometimes, the best way to move on is to turn pain into art—and maybe, along the way, find love where you least expect it.
