Helene (2020): Cast
Helene is a 2020 romantic drama directed by Antti J. Jokinen, starring Laura Birn as Helene Schjerfbeck, Eero Aho and Pirkko Saisio. It runs 2 hours 2 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 2m (122 min)
- Director
- Antti J. Jokinen
- Original language
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Finnish - Studio
- Finland Cinematic
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Helene About?
The premise of Helene without spoilers.
In 1915, Helene Schjerfbeck lives a secluded life with her mother in the countryside, her artistic career seemingly over. Years have passed since her last exhibition, and she paints solely out of passion. Her life is transformed when an art dealer discovers her and her extensive collection of 159 paintings, planning a private showing. A significant change occurs with the introduction of Einar Reuter, a young forester and passionate admirer of Helene's work. He becomes a trusted friend and lover, marking a pivotal moment in her life.
Helene Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- artist
- painter
- art dealer
- older woman younger man relationship
- helsinki finland
- heartbreak
- 1910s
- period drama
- admirer
- fine arts
- modernism
- love interest
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- female painter
- female artist
- painting
- finland
- reading a letter
- art exhibition
- art auction
- train journey
- year 1915
- flashback
- male female friendship
- spinster
- unmarried woman
- ends with real life paintings
- character name as title
- painter biography
- biopic movies
- romantic rival
- friend of the opposite sex
- art museum
- f rated
- historical drama
- based on the novel of the same name
- mother daughter conflict
- love and friendship
- disappointed in love
- nervous breakdown
- age difference in relationship
- unrequited love story
- single woman
- art critic
- cousin cousin marriage
- journalist interview
- lapland
- camping
- painter's model
- writer biography
- painting studio
Helene Cast & Characters
Laura Birn leads the cast as Helene Schjerfbeck, with Eero Aho as Magnus Schjerfbeck and Pirkko Saisio as Olga Schjerfbeck. Directed by Antti J. Jokinen; 31 actors are credited in all.
- Director Antti J. Jokinen
- Laura Birn as Helene Schjerfbeck
- Eero Aho as Magnus Schjerfbeck
- Pirkko Saisio as Olga Schjerfbeck
- Johannes Holopainen as Einar Reuter
Also Starring in Helene
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- Juhan Ulfsak Broker
- Krista Kosonen Helena Westermarck
- Petteri Pennilä Merchant
- Tapio Liinoja Gentleman (uncredited)
- Jarkko Lahti Gösta Sundman
- Pääru Oja Priest
- Tero Jartti People's Healer (uncredited)
- Kristo Viiding Dinner Guest
- Aarne Soro Landlord
- Saana Koivisto Tyra Arp
- Kristjan Üksküla Dinner Guest
- Andrei Alén
- Jan Korander Dr. Säilä
- Loora-Eliise Kaarelson Dinner Guest
- Lilian Pärni Museum Visitor / Woman in Prams / Woman in the Park (uncredited)
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- Lars Uus Mailman
- Kaj Kuosmanen Museum Visitor (uncredited)
- Valentina Kalinina Annulilla
- Inger Liis Savi Young Helene
- Oskar Rohu Janne
- Ann Reimann Merchant's Wife
- Sten Lassmann Pianist
- Elise Potmann Dinner Guest
- Loora-Elisabet Lomp Dinner Guest (uncredited)
- Susanna Snellman
- Teemu Kukkonen
More from Antti J. Jokinen
More films directed by Antti J. Jokinen: Helene, Flowers of Evil and Nightwish: End of an Era.
Helene Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Helene.
Helene Also Known As
3 alternative titles, including “헬레네” and “海莲娜：画布人生”.
- Also known as
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- 헬레네
- 海莲娜：画布人生
- 헬렌: 내 영혼의 자화상
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Helene FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Helene, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Helene?
Helene runs 2 hours 2 minutes (122 minutes).
When was Helene released?
Helene was released on January 17, 2020.
Who directed Helene?
Helene was directed by Antti J. Jokinen.
More films by Antti J. Jokinen Who is in the cast of Helene?
Helene stars Laura Birn as Helene Schjerfbeck, Eero Aho as Magnus Schjerfbeck and Pirkko Saisio as Olga Schjerfbeck, among 31 credited actors.
Does Helene have a post-credit scene?
No. Helene has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Helene in?
The original language of Helene is Finnish.
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