The White Helicopter movie poster

The White Helicopter

"The most hidden Vatican mystery"

August 9, 2024 1h 47m

Released 2 years ago in 2024. The White Helicopter is a drama film. directed by Alvis Hermanis.

Starring Mikhail Baryshnikov, Kaspars Znotiņš, and Guna Zariņa

Synopsis

The film is based on true events leading up to the historical 2013 resignation of Benedict XVI. After succeeding John Paul II, and serving as Pope for eight years, Joseph Ratzinger shocked the world by becoming the first Pope to voluntarily resign in over 600 years. In light of moral and ethical upheavals in the Catholic Church, and the unique challenges of the 21st century, Ratzinger's cited reason of declining health raises more questions than it answers.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 9, 2024 1 year ago
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Runtime 1h 47m 107 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country Latvia Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Jaunais Rīgas teātris

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The White Helicopter about?

The film is based on true events leading up to the historical 2013 resignation of Benedict XVI. After succeeding John Paul II, and serving as Pope for eight years, Joseph Ratzinger shocked the worl...

Who directed The White Helicopter?

The White Helicopter was directed by Alvis Hermanis.

How long is The White Helicopter?

The White Helicopter has a runtime of 1 hours and 47 minutes (107 minutes total).

When was The White Helicopter released?

The White Helicopter was released on August 9, 2024 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The White Helicopter?

The main cast of The White Helicopter includes Mikhail Baryshnikov, Kaspars Znotiņš, Guna Zariņa, Regīna Razuma, Jānis Grūtups.