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Heidi
2015 111 min Germany, Switzerland G 0+
★7.9
Adventure, Family, Drama
Director: Alain Gsponer
🎭 Based on
«Heidi»
byJohanna Spyri
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Description
Heidi, is an eight-year-old Swiss orphan who is given by her aunt to her mountain-dwelling grandfather. She is then stolen back by her aunt from her grandfather to live in the wealthy Sesemann household in Frankfurt, Germany as a companion to Klara, a sheltered, disabled girl in a wheelchair. Heidi is unhappy but makes the best of the situation, always longing for her grandfather.
Budget:
$8.8M
Starring
Anuk Steffen
Actor
Anna Schinz
Actor
Lilian Naef
Actor
Awards
4 wins & 7 nominations total
Key opinion
This 2015 adaptation of the classic Swiss tale is widely praised for its charming lead performance and stunning Alpine visuals. While some viewers find the plot simplifications and character departures from the source material slightly jarring, the film successfully captures the spirit of freedom and childhood wonder.
| Acting | Anuk Steffen delivers a captivating and charming performance that serves as the heart of the film. | |
| Cinematography | The cinematography masterfully captures the eternal beauty and healing power of the Alpine landscape. | |
| Adaptation | The screenplay simplifies the original novel, leading to a narrative that prioritizes emotional themes of friendship over complex character histories. | |
| Pacing | The film maintains a steady, cheerful pace that effectively balances the struggles of daily life with the joy of discovery. |