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Heidi

1952 · 1h 40m · Drama, Family · Switzerland · Rated 6 (DE)

Heidi, a young orphan girl living with her aunt in Frankfurt, is forced to move to the Swiss Alps to live with her ornery grandfather. At first, he resents her presence, but, after a short while, Heidi manages to pierce his gruff exterior, and the two become close. She also befriends a young shepherd named Peter. After three years, Heidi's aunt arrives and demands Heidi's return to Frankfurt.

Directed by
Luigi Comencini
Written by
Richard Schweizer
Based on the novel by
Johanna Spyri
Starring
Elsbeth Sigmund, Heinrich Gretler, Thomas Klameth, Elsie Attenhofer
6.2Smart score

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Rating6 (DE)

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