The White Helicopter
Aug 09, 2024 · 1h 47m
Director
Alvis HermanisOverview
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.
Cast of The White Helicopter
Crew of The White Helicopter
About The White Helicopter
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 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…
When was The White Helicopter released?
The White Helicopter was released on August 9, 2024.
How long is The White Helicopter?
The White Helicopter runs 1 hour 47 minutes (107 minutes).
Who directed The White Helicopter?
The White Helicopter was directed by Alvis Hermanis.
Who is in the cast of The White Helicopter?
The cast of The White Helicopter includes Mikhail Baryshnikov (Pope Benedict XVI), Kaspars Znotiņš (Monsignor Georg), Guna Zariņa (Sister Tabiana), Regīna Razuma (Sister Regina) and Jānis Grūtups (Swiss guard 1).