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Big heart, strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Spectacle5
- Tension4
Heart
Heartwarming and uplifting
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Wholesome9
- Hopefulness9
- Coming of Age9
Humor
Some slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy5
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Situational Comedy3
World
History, growing up, and family
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability8
- Dialogue Centrality7
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Heidi is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
HighHeartwarming and uplifting
Much of it is about growing up and family.
Emotionally, it's heartwarming, uplifting, and cathartic. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Wholesome9Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness9Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age9Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics9Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis8Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia8Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy5Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome9Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumHistory, growing up, and family
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around history, growing up, and family. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical10Period settings and real events.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Educational5Informative and instructive.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
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Shirley's A Little Swiss Miss In The Loveliest Story of Her Career !
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.
Classic Children's FilmOrphanRedemptionSwiss AlpsGrandfather-Granddaughter RelationshipInnocenceKindnessHistorical Adaptation
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Questions about Heidi
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Is Heidi worth watching?
70
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 7.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Heidi rated?
G
It's rated G in the United States.
How long is Heidi?
1 h 28 min
Heidi runs 1 h 28 min.
What language is Heidi in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Heidi?
27
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What tropes does Heidi use?
Help Mistaken for AttackPhysical Therapy PlotCanon ForeignerO.O.C. Is Serious BusinessToken TrioKids Are CruelCool Old LadyArcadiaFood PornAnachronism StewPublic Domain CharacterSay My Nameand 15 more
TV Tropes lists 27 storytelling tropes for Heidi, including Help Mistaken for Attack, Physical Therapy Plot, Canon Foreigner.