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Poet

October 31, 2021 1h 45m 6.0/10 (3 votes)

Released 5 years ago in 2021. Poet is a drama film. directed by Darezhan Omirbayev.

Starring Aida Abdurakhman, Klara Kabylgazina, and Yerdos Kanaev

Synopsis

Didar is a poet, but he cannot live from his poetry. He has to write early in the mornings before setting out for his day job as a newspaper editor. Didar is surrounded by a sense of crisis, not just because of his economic situation but also due to discussions at work about the diminishing significance of Kazakh culture, dying languages, and the worldwide dominance of English. He is questioning whether poetry is still relevant in today’s world, but finds solace in contemplating a rebellious 19th-century poet, Makhambet Otemisuly.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 31, 2021 4 years ago
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Runtime 1h 45m 105 minutes total
User Rating 6.0/10 Good (3 votes)
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Language KK Original language
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Country Kazakhstan Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
KK

Production Companies

  • Kazakhfilm Studios
  • Kazakh Cinema

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Poet about?

Didar is a poet, but he cannot live from his poetry. He has to write early in the mornings before setting out for his day job as a newspaper editor. Didar is surrounded by a sense of crisis, not ju...

Who directed Poet?

Poet was directed by Darezhan Omirbayev.

How long is Poet?

Poet has a runtime of 1 hours and 45 minutes (105 minutes total).

When was Poet released?

Poet was released on October 31, 2021 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Poet?

The main cast of Poet includes Aida Abdurakhman, Klara Kabylgazina, Yerdos Kanaev, Gulmira Khasanova, Serik Salkinbayev.