# Heidi (1937)

> An orphaned mountain girl’s radiant kindness reunites her with her grandfather while bringing warmth to everyone around her.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/17302

## Facts

- Runtime: 88 min
- Genres: Drama, Family
- Director: Allan Dwan
- Cast: Shirley Temple, Jean Hersholt, Arthur Treacher, Helen Westley, Pauline Moore, Thomas Beck, Mary Nash, Sidney Blackmer
- TMDB rating: 7.0/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0028988/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: simple
- Violence: mild
- Mood: wholesome, sentimental, hopeful, family movie night, nostalgic viewing

## Synopsis

A young girl's unwavering spirit transforms the lives around her in the majestic mountains.

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