Kites Over Helsinki (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 2001, Kites Over Helsinki is a drama film directed by Peter Lindholm, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s 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’s in it. Kites Over Helsinki stars Pirkka-Pekka Petelius as Henrik Bexar, Paavo Kerosuo as Riku Bexar, Pekka Strang as Dani Bexar and Johanna af Schultén as Benita Bexar, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, Kites Over Helsinki has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Kites Over Helsinki page.
If you liked it. Fans of Kites Over Helsinki tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Kites Over Helsinki (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Kites Over Helsinki change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Kites Over Helsinki worth watching?
- Kites Over Helsinki holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Kites Over Helsinki?
- Kites Over Helsinki stars Pirkka-Pekka Petelius, Paavo Kerosuo, Pekka Strang, Johanna af Schultén and Cecilia Paul.
- When was Kites Over Helsinki released?
- Kites Over Helsinki was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.