Kites Over Helsinki

About This Movie

Kites Over Helsinki weaves a poignant narrative that explores the complexities of familial ties within a prosperous Finnish family across three turbulent decades. The atmosphere is heavy with a sense of nostalgia and the weight of expectations, as the father, a cunning businessman, trades love for status. Dani, the eldest son, embodies the tragic potential that slips away into addiction, painting a raw picture of lost dreams. The slow pacing draws you deeper into their lives, allowing every moment to linger, lending gravity to the father-son dynamic. The performances feel genuinely lived-in, capturing the raw emotions of disappointment and aspiration. It's this juxtaposition of lofty ambitions against the backdrop of personal failures that makes it stand out, subtly critiquing wealth and the price it exacts on relationships.

Explores themes of wealth and failure. · Slow-paced, character-driven storytelling. · Strong performances add emotional depth.