Kites Over Helsinki
Drakarna över Helsingfors
Synopsis
Epic tale about two generations of men in a wealthy Finnish family, spanning from the 1960s all the way through the early 1990s. The father has achieved his position as director of the family business through marrying the heiress. Their eldest son Dani, hoped to succeed his father, succumbs to drugs while pursuing a career in rock music. Younger Riku grows up under the shadow of his more talented big brother and slowly drifts into the late 1980s, noticing then how many of his friends have managed to take advantage of the economic upswing.
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Leijat Helsingin yllä (2001) | Drakarna över Helsingfors | Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-04-05
Top Cast
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Pirkka-Pekka Petelius
Henrik Bexar
Paavo Kerosuo
Riku Bexar
Pekka Strang
Dani Bexar
Johanna af Schultén
Benita Bexar
Cecilia Paul
Marina Bexar
Emil Lundberg
Young Riku Bexar
Peter Franzén
Sammy Ceder
Alexander Skarsgård
Robin Åström
Lina Perned
Katja Beckerman, "Kattis"
Yaba Holst
Nicole Wallin, "Niki"
Marjaana Maijala
Nina Heikkinen
Theo af Enehjelm
Raj
Göran Schauman
Totti, Benita's father
Oskar Silén
Jakob Pettersson, "Jacke"
Max Forsman
Lars Kasell, "Larsko"
Christoffer Weiss
Kim Malm, "Kimpo M."
Carl-Gustaf Wentzel
Rufus
Jenna Råman
Young Marina
Release History & Theatrical Window
Savonlinna Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Peter Lindholm
- Screenplay & Story
- Peter Lindholm, Kjell Sundstedt, Charlotta Thelin
- Original Score
- Mauri Sumén
- Original Title
- Drakarna över Helsingfors
- Country of Origin
- Finland, Sweden
- Spoken Languages
- Swedish
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- Kinoproduction, Filmlance International
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Peter Lindholm
Peter Lindholm, Kjell Sundstedt, Charlotta Thelin, Kjell Westö
Mauri Sumén
Kjell Lagerroos
Thomas Täng
Claes Olsson
Department Leadership Roster
Claes Olsson
Producer
Thomas Täng
Editor
Elina Lario
Costume Design
Irmeli Toivanen
Costume Design
Peter Lindholm
Screenplay
Kjell Sundstedt
Screenplay
Charlotta Thelin
Screenplay
Peter Lindholm
Director
Mauri Sumén
Original Music Composer
Lea Sipilä
Production Design
Kjell Lagerroos
Director of Photography
Juha Pursiainen
Stunt Coordinator
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kites Over Helsinki
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What is Kites Over Helsinki about?
Epic tale about two generations of men in a wealthy Finnish family, spanning from the 1960s all the way through the early 1990s. The father has achieved his position as director of the family business through marrying the heiress. Their eldest son Dani, hoped to succeed his father, succumbs to drugs while pursuing a career in rock music. Younger Riku grows up under the shadow of his more talented big brother and slowly drifts into the late 1980s, noticing then how many of his friends have managed to take advantage of the economic upswing.
Who directed Kites Over Helsinki?
Kites Over Helsinki was directed by Peter Lindholm.
Who stars in Kites Over Helsinki?
The principal cast of Kites Over Helsinki includes Pirkka-Pekka Petelius, Paavo Kerosuo, Pekka Strang, Johanna af Schultén, Cecilia Paul.
When was Kites Over Helsinki released and how long is it?
Kites Over Helsinki was released in 2001 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for Kites Over Helsinki?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Kites Over Helsinki was composed by Mauri Sumén.
Is Kites Over Helsinki based on a book or true story?
Kites Over Helsinki is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Kjell Westö".