Pippilotta Longstocking is a preteen daughter of a Pirate who sails around the World. As Pippi explains, there's only about 8 places she hasn't seen. But, one day, a storm blows Pippi and the boat away from her father and their temporary port of call. She decides to head to their hometown and the old house the family has owned for a long time. Kids believe the house is haunted, it's been empty for ages. Soon, neighbor kids Tommy and Annika discover Pippi and make friends. She shows them lots of new games, like scrubbing the floor in special shoes. Also, they give out ice cream to the children at the orphanage. Most of the parents are appalled with Pippi, her pets, and her lack of supervision. The head of the children's home - Eileen Brennan - sends men to bring Pippi to the place she runs. But, as Pippi is far stronger and smarter than the average child, she eludes capture. Will her father come to find her? This film, based on the outstanding Swedish author Astrid Lindgrens books.for kids, is acceptable viewing for families. Pippi has a unique look with her freckles and protruding braids while her zany actions make for laughs. But, if you watch it, be sure to extend the pleasure by getting the books and reading them together. The books are classics while this flick is just ok.