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Helen

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.

20092h 0mRDrama

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About Helen

Directors
Sandra Nettelbeck
Cast
Ashley Judd, Goran Višnjić, Lauren Lee Smith, Alexia Fast, Alberta Watson, Leah Cairns
Genres
Drama
Content rating
R
Original language
English
Production countries
Canada, Germany, United Kingdom, United States of America
Status
Released

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