Movies by Jan Korander
Helene
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.
Maria's Paradise
A teenage orphan girl Salome lives within a sect lead by charismatic and ruthless Maria Ã…kerblom. During a pivotal summer, Salome is faced with standing up against Maria, the woman who had saved her.