Ralphie, Clara’s young charge, tragically drowns in the family’s swimming pool.
In the film “Clara’s Heart,” the story revolves around the relationship between Clara Mayfield, a Jamaican housekeeper, and David Hart, a young boy she’s hired to take care of. David, often referred to as David or Davey in the film, is struggling with the recent divorce of his parents and the loss of his sister. Clara becomes a maternal figure to him, helping him cope with his family’s issues.
Ralphie is actually David’s friend in the film, and there is no character named Ralphie who drowns. The confusion might arise from a pivotal scene involving a swimming pool. In this scene, David is in danger of drowning, but Clara saves him. This act solidifies their bond and is a turning point in their relationship. The film explores themes of love, loss, and healing, with Whoopi Goldberg playing the role of Clara and Neil Patrick Harris as the young David.
