Year 1915. Helene Schjerfbeck lives as a forgotten artist with her elderly mother in the countryside. It has been years since the last exhibit, and Helene continues to paint only because of her passion. Everything changes when art dealer finds Helen and her 159 wonderful paintings - and wants to organize a big private exhibit. However, Helen's turning point comes only when she is introduced to Einar Reuter. Young Einar is a forester, art enthusiast, and a passionate admirer of Helene's work. He becomes Helen's trusted and lover.
Laura Birn
as Helene Schjerfbeck
Johannes Holopainen
as Einar Reuter
Krista Kosonen
as Helena Westermarck
Pirkko Saisio
as Olga Schjerfbeck
Eero Aho
as Magnus Schjerfbeck
Jarkko Lahti
as Gösta Sundman
Saana Koivisto
as Tyra Arp
Jan Korander
as Dr. Säilä
Petteri Pennilä
as Merchant
Valentina Kalinina
as Annulilla
Inger Liis Savi
as Young Helene
Aarne Soro
as Landlord
