Call Me Helen
Originally released in 2015. Call Me Helen is a drama/comedy film. directed by Gregor Schnitzler. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Heino Ferch, Jannik Schümann, and Winnie Böwe
Synopsis
Is. This. My. Son? No matter how often Tobias Wilke poses this question, there's always only one answer: Yes! Tobias, can't believe his eyes when he comes to the airport to pick up his 17-year-old son Finn – and learns that Finn is now calling herself Helen and wearing girls' clothes. Finn/Helen reveals that she's always was a girl, and that she used her year abroad in San Francisco to pass the "everyday life" test. This is required by law for everyone preparing for the sex reassignment surgery they will undergo upon reaching majority. Reactions from Helen's friends, acquaintances and schoolmates cover the entire gamut from derision to solidarity. Especially Helen's father, a well-known chef, finds it difficult to accept a situation he cannot understand. But Helen nearly always finds the right words - and humor - to counterbalance the ignorance and jeers of those around her. It is the beginning of a long, winding road towards the sexual identity she is convinced is hers.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 22, 2015
10 years ago
Runtime
1h 29m
89 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (20 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Director
Top Cast
Heino Ferch
as Tobias Wilke
Jannik Schümann
as Finn Helen Wilke
Winnie Böwe
as Diana Calis
Judith Rosmair
as Gabi Schäfer
Beatrice Richter
as Frau Wilke
Rafael Gareisen
as Christopher Funke
Kyra Sophia Kahre
as Jasmin Thalheimer
Timur Bartels
as Adrian Peschel
Zoe Moore
as Louisa Atalay
Özgür Karadeniz
as Boris Atalay
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- ARD
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Call Me Helen about?
Is. This. My. Son? No matter how often Tobias Wilke poses this question, there's always only one answer: Yes! Tobias, can't believe his eyes when he comes to the airport to pick up his 17-year-old ...
Who directed Call Me Helen?
Call Me Helen was directed by Gregor Schnitzler.
How long is Call Me Helen?
Call Me Helen has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).
When was Call Me Helen released?
Call Me Helen was released on April 22, 2015 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Call Me Helen?
The main cast of Call Me Helen includes Heino Ferch, Jannik Schümann, Winnie Böwe, Judith Rosmair, Beatrice Richter.