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Helen

2009Movie2 h 0 minR

Drama
51
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb6.2Rotten Tomatoes44%49%

A deeply moving, melancholic drama movie about everyday modern life and the mind, with standout performances and characters.

Good for thought-provoking · adults · solo watch

Skip it if you need an uplifting mood · you want fast pacing

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Not for laughs, comfort or warmth.

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Story

Recurence of mental illness cripples successful woman.

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.

Feels like

  • Psychological Drama
  • Mental Illness Exploration
  • Character-Driven Narrative
  • Depression and Isolation
  • Intimate and Somber
  • Strong Performances
  • Friendship and Support
  • Realistic Portrayal

Cast

24 of 26

Crew

Directed by
Sandra Nettelbeck
Written by
Sandra Nettelbeck
Produced by
Jens Meurer, Christine Haebler, Judy Tossell
Music by
Tim Despic

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Facts

November 26, 2009 · 2 h 0 min · R

Released
November 26, 2009
Runtime
2 h 0 min
Age rating
R
Content
Suicide Themes, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Drama
Original language
English
Made in
Canada, Germany, United Kingdom, United States
Budget
$8 million
Box office
$34,820
Available in
3 countries

Q&A

4 questions, like "Where can I stream Helen?"

Questions about Helen

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Helen?

HooplaPlexTubi TV

In the United States, Helen is free with ads on Hoopla, Plex, and Tubi TV. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 1 other country.

Is Helen worth watching?

51
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51 (IMDb 6.2 and Rotten Tomatoes 44%). Audiences rate it higher (56 out of 100) than critics (44).

Is Helen plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and pathos (9 of 10) more than on its plot.

Will I feel good after watching Helen?

BleakHopeful

Probably not: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for bleakness and 8 for melancholy, against 3 for hopefulness.