Orphaned at a young age, Adelheid 'Heidi' finds herself in the care of her Aunt Detie, who takes her to live with her reclusive grandfather in the Swiss Alps, shunned due to a past murder accusation. Quickly adapting to her breathtaking surroundings, Heidi forms a bond with Peter, a local goatherd. Despite her grandfather's initial resistance to formal education, Detie insists on sending Heidi away to work as a companion for Clara, a disabled girl in Frankfurt. As Heidi navigates her new life, she longs for the freedom of the mountains and the warmth of her grandfather's love.
Runtime
1h 37m
Country
United Kingdom