Helen
Synopsis
On the outside, Helen has it all – a loving family and a successful career – but when her suppressed mental illness resurfaces, the world crumbles around her. Crippled by depression, Helen finds solace through her friendship with Mathilda, a kindred spirit struggling with bipolar disorder.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Helen trailer (HD - Best Quality)
Type: Trailer • Published 2009-05-26
Top Cast
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Ashley Judd
Helen
Goran Višnjić
David
Lauren Lee Smith
Mathilda
Alexia Fast
Julie
Alberta Watson
Dr. Sherman
Leah Cairns
Susanna
David Hewlett
Frank
David Nykl
John
Chelah Horsdal
Kara
Ali Liebert
Donna
Conrad Coates
Stephen
Alex Stevens
Woman
Rob Heschl
Maire'd
Robin Nielsen
Stranger
Adrian Hough
ER Doctor
Julia Keilty
Psych Nurse #1
Mylène Dinh-Robic
Psych Nurse #2
Sunita Prasad
Psych Nurse #3
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$8M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$35K
Total global ticket sales
Box Office Return
0x
-$8M deficit
Theatrical Status
Budget Return
Box office tier
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sandra Nettelbeck
- Screenplay & Story
- Sandra Nettelbeck
- Original Score
- Tim Despic
- Original Title
- Helen
- Country of Origin
- Canada, Germany, United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
- Production Budget
- $8M
- Worldwide Gross
- $35K
- Production Studios
- Insight Film Studios, Egoli Tossell Film, Filmstiftung Nordrhein-Westfalen, Helen Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sandra Nettelbeck
Sandra Nettelbeck
Tim Despic
Michael Bertl
Barry Egan
Jens Meurer, Christine Haebler, Judy Tossell, Chris Curling, Simon Fawcett
Department Leadership Roster
Sandra Nettelbeck
Director
Jens Meurer
Producer
Owen Walstrom
Stunt Coordinator
Sandra Nettelbeck
Writer
Michael Bertl
Director of Photography
Christine Haebler
Producer
Judy Tossell
Producer
Barry Egan
Editor
Tim Despic
Original Music Composer
Linda Del Rosario
Production Design
Bettina Helmi
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Helen
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Helen about?
On the outside, Helen has it all – a loving family and a successful career – but when her suppressed mental illness resurfaces, the world crumbles around her. Crippled by depression, Helen finds solace through her friendship with Mathilda, a kindred spirit struggling with bipolar disorder.
Who directed Helen?
Helen was directed by Sandra Nettelbeck.
Who stars in Helen?
The principal cast of Helen includes Ashley Judd, Goran Višnjić, Lauren Lee Smith, Alexia Fast, Alberta Watson.
When was Helen released and how long is it?
Helen was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 2h 0m.
What was the box office and production budget of Helen?
Helen had a reported production budget of $8M and grossed $35K at the worldwide box office (0 return on budget, classified as a underperformed).
Who composed the musical score for Helen?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Helen was composed by Tim Despic.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Helen?
Helen holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).