2 weeks Ago By Variety
is premiering the trailer (below) for upcoming animated feature “ ,” which will be presented to buyers by sales agency Studio 100 Film at the American Film Market in Las Vegas this week. Leonine will release the film theatrically in Germany, with completion set for early summer 2025. The adventure film stays true to the spirit of the original book and its characters, according to Studio 100 Film, while telling a completely new story of the girl from the Swiss Alps.
When eight-year-old Heidi saves a lynx family and their home from a greedy businessman, she gets her grandfather to come clean with the village community and she realizes that her beloved little lynx belongs with his family in the wild just as she belongs with her grandfather in the mountains. Swiss author Johanna Spyri’s original book “Heidi” has sold 50 million copies in 50 languages. The latest “Heidi” TV series was broadcast in more than 120 countries.
The animated film is directed by Tobias Schwarz, known for his work on “Tarzan II,” “Anastasia,” “Maya and the Golden Orb” and “The Queen’s Corgi,” with the script written by Rob Sprackling (“Gnomeo & Juliet,” “The Queen’s Corgi”). It is produced by Studio 100 Intl., 3 Doubles Producciones and Hotel Hungaria Animation in association with Studio Isar Animation.
“With ‘Heidi – Rescue of the Lynx,’ we didn’t want to retell the well-known story, but instead focus on a fresh new adventure that stays true to Heidi’s core values while being adapted to resonate with today’s audiences,” Thorsten Wegener, director of business operations at Studio 100 Intl. and the film’s producer, said. “With breathtaking visuals, stunning landscapes and a powerful environmental message, the film promises to capture the innocence and joy that have shaped countless childhood memories for generations.
With her enduring popularity and international recognition Heidi’s open and free spirit is sure to inspire a new generation of viewers.” Sign up for . For the latest news, follow us on , , and .
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