Jack Hearst

Jack Hearst—now there’s a name that's making some quiet waves in indie film circles. People first started buzzing after his performance in “Something’s More Than One Thing” (2024). That movie’s a trip, honestly. It’s not your basic coming-of-age flick. It’s more like watching someone unravel and rebuild in real time, with Hearst front and center, juggling this weird mix of vulnerability and sarcasm. The dude can flip from deadpan humor to gut-wrenching honesty without missing a beat. There’s this scene—won’t spoil it—where he just sits there, staring into space, and you can almost see all the gears turning inside his head. Not everyone can pull that off without looking like a total try-hard, but he nails it. Now, fast forward to “Broke” (2025). Different vibe, but Hearst is still the anchor. This time, it’s less about personal discovery and more about surviving when life keeps throwing bricks at your head. The script’s sharp, but Hearst’s delivery makes it sting. He plays a guy who’s lost everything—money, friends, pride. And yet, you can’t help but root for him, even when he’s making terrible choices. There’s a rawness to his performance, something messy and real that you don’t see a lot in big studio stuff. If you’re into films that actually make you feel something (instead of just blowing stuff up), keep an eye on whatever Hearst does next. The guy’s got that rare magic—awkward, honest, a little bit dangerous.