Sister Helen (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Film · ★ 6.5

Released in 2002, Sister Helen is a documentary film directed by Rebecca Cammisa, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. In this emotionally compelling documentary, Sister Helen opens a private home for recovering addicts and alcoholics in the South Bronx after the death of her husband and two sons. The film's fly-on-the-wall technique succeeds in capturing the day-to-day existence of Sister Helen and the various residents of the home.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Sister Helen has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Fandor Amazon Channel and DocuramaFilms Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sister Helen page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sister Helen (2002)?
- In US, Sister Helen is available to stream on Fandor Amazon Channel and DocuramaFilms Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Sister Helen worth watching?
- Sister Helen holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Sister Helen released?
- Sister Helen was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.