Heidi (1978)

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Johanna Spyri's classic novel takes a fresh turn in this musical film adaptation that updates the enduring tale of the spunky Swiss miss. Leaving her grandfather (Burl Ives) and alpine mountain home behind, young Heidi (Katy Kurtzman) is sent to live with nasty relatives in New York City. Armed with… More Johanna Spyri's classic novel takes a fresh turn in this musical film adaptation that updates the enduring tale of the spunky Swiss miss. Leaving her grandfather (Burl Ives) and alpine mountain home behind, young Heidi (Katy Kurtzman) is sent to live with nasty relatives in New York City. Armed with plenty of charm, the plucky lass makes her way through the Big Apple -- but will she ever be reunited with her beloved gramps?