A wonderful adaptation of the well-known story of little Heidi, set in the beautiful Alpine landscape and featuring stunning shots of Swiss nature. One of the most beautiful family stories you can find, adapted in a very engaging way into a modern version. A film filled with love and kindness.

Heidi, an orphan, is brought by her aunt to live with her grandfather Bruno in the Alps. Although Grandfather Bruno initially refuses to take care of Heidi, everything changes because of her kindness and good-heartedness.

In the mountains, Heidi meets Peter, a young goat herder who becomes her friend in this beautiful but harsh environment.

Some time later, her aunt comes to take Heidi to the city of Frankfurt. She wants Heidi to receive an education and experience a more suitable environment for her development. Grandfather refuses, but he is unable to prevent Heidi’s departure.

Heidi arrives in Frankfurt, where she meets Clara, a girl from a wealthy family. They become best friends. Despite all the comforts and Clara’s presence, Heidi’s thoughts remain with her beloved grandfather in the Alps.

Heidi’s health declines, and the doctor decides it would be best for her to return to the mountains. After some time, Klara comes to visit her at her grandfather’s, and the change of scenery does her a world of good.

Family / Adventure

Germany / Switzerland, 2015, 105 min

Crew: Rosalind Ross;

Cast: Mark Wahlberg, Mel Gibson, Teresa Ruiz, Jacki Weaver, Malcolm McDowell, Niko Nicotera, Chiquita Fuller, Bryan Kreutz, Annet Mahendru;

Parents’ Guide

Grandpa Bruno is aggressive a few times.

One instance of the word “damn.”

In about three scenes, characters pour and drink alcohol.

The character of Peter is the opposite of little Heidi. He displays several negative traits, such as lying, beating goats, being rude to his mother, and pushing Klára’s wheelchair into a ravine.

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