Year 1915. Helene Schjerfbeck lives as a forgotten artist with her elderly mother in the countryside. It has been years since the last exhibit, and Helene continues to paint only because of her passion. Everything changes when art dealer finds Helen and her 159 wonderful paintings - and wants to organize a big private exhibit. However, Helen's turning point comes only when she is introduced to Einar Reuter. Young Einar is a forester, art enthusiast, and a passionate admirer of Helene's work. He becomes Helen's trusted and lover.
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HELENE (2020) Trailer – 2020 AFI European Union Film Showcase
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Cast
Laura Birn
Helene Schjerfbeck
Johannes Holopainen
Einar Reuter
Pirkko Saisio
Olga Schjerfbeck
Krista Kosonen
Helena Westermarck
Eero Aho
Magnus Schjerfbeck
Jarkko Lahti
Gösta Sundman
Saana Koivisto
Tyra Arp
Jan Korander
Dr. Säilä
Petteri Pennilä
Merchant
Valentina Kalinina
Annulilla
Inger Liis Savi
Young Helene
Aarne Soro
Landlord
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