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The Helsinki Effect

"The meaningless conference that changed everything..."

February 21, 2025 1h 28m 7.9/10 (6 votes)

Released just last year. The Helsinki Effect is a documentary/history film. directed by Arthur Franck. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Arthur Franck, Urho Kekkonen, and Leonid Brezhnev

Synopsis

The Conference on Security and Cooperation in Europe (CSCE) was the starting point for the slow but sure collapse of communist authoritarian rule in Eastern Europe. The Helsinki Effect offers new perspectives on the events of the Cold War. The film tells the story of the CSCE process, which had a major impact on the end of the Cold War, and sheds light on secret top-level discussions behind closed doors, through voice simulations using artificial intelligence.

Quick Facts

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Release Date February 21, 2025 11 months ago
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Runtime 1h 28m 88 minutes total
User Rating 7.9/10 Great (6 votes)
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Language FI Original language
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Country Finland + 2 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FI

Production Companies

  • Polygraf
  • Kloos & Co.
  • Indie Film AS

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Helsinki Effect about?

The Conference on Security and Cooperation in Europe (CSCE) was the starting point for the slow but sure collapse of communist authoritarian rule in Eastern Europe. The Helsinki Effect offers new p...

Who directed The Helsinki Effect?

The Helsinki Effect was directed by Arthur Franck.

How long is The Helsinki Effect?

The Helsinki Effect has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).

When was The Helsinki Effect released?

The Helsinki Effect was released on February 21, 2025 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Helsinki Effect?

The main cast of The Helsinki Effect includes Arthur Franck, Urho Kekkonen, Leonid Brezhnev, Gerald Ford, Henry Kissinger.