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Heidi (1937)

"Shirley's A Little Swiss Miss In The Loveliest Story of Her Career !"

6.819371h 28mEN
DramaFamilyMusic

Directed by Allan Dwan

Rating

6.8/10

Runtime

1h 28m

Language

EN

Release

October 15, 1937

Director

Allan Dwan

Overview

Heidi is orphaned and her uncaring maternal Aunt Dete takes her to the mountains to live with her reclusive, grumpy paternal grandfather, Adolph Kramer. Heidi brings her grandfather back into mountain society through her sweet ways and sheer love. When Dete later returns and steals Heidi away to bec...

Cast

Shirley Temple

Shirley Temple

Heidi Kramer

Jean Hersholt

Jean Hersholt

Adolph Kramer

Delmar Watson

Delmar Watson

Peter

Marcia Mae Jones

Marcia Mae Jones

Klara Sesemann

Arthur Treacher

Arthur Treacher

Andrews

Helen Westley

Helen Westley

Blind Anna

Thomas Beck

Thomas Beck

Pastor Schultz

Mary Nash

Mary Nash

Fraulein Rottenmeier

Sidney Blackmer

Sidney Blackmer

Sesemann

Pauline Moore

Pauline Moore

Elsa

Mady Christians

Mady Christians

Dete

Egon Brecher

Egon Brecher

Inn Keeper

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Heidi (1937), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Heidi is orphaned and her uncaring maternal Aunt Dete takes her to the mountains to live with her reclusive, grumpy paternal grandfather, Adolph Kramer. Heidi brings her grandfather back into mountain society through her sweet ways and sheer love. When Dete later returns and steals Heidi away to become the companion of a rich man's wheelchair-bound daughter, the grandfather is heartsick to discover his little girl missing and immediately sets out to get her back.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Heidi. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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