Poetry movie poster

Poetry

May 13, 2010 2h 19m 7.6/10 (322 votes)

Originally released in 2010. Poetry is a drama film. directed by Lee Chang-dong. With a runtime of 2h 19m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Yoon Jeong-hee, David Lee, and Kim Hee-ra

Synopsis

A South Korean woman in her sixties enrolls in a poetry class as she grapples with her faltering memory and her grandson's appalling wrongdoing.

Quick Facts

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Release Date May 13, 2010 15 years ago
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Runtime 2h 19m 139 minutes total
User Rating 7.6/10 Great (322 votes)
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Box Office $349.9K Worldwide gross
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Language Korean Original language
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Country South Korea Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
KO
Revenue
$349,899

Production Companies

  • UniKorea Pictures
  • Pinehouse Film

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Poetry about?

A South Korean woman in her sixties enrolls in a poetry class as she grapples with her faltering memory and her grandson's appalling wrongdoing.

Who directed Poetry?

Poetry was directed by Lee Chang-dong.

How long is Poetry?

Poetry has a runtime of 2 hours and 19 minutes (139 minutes total).

When was Poetry released?

Poetry was released on May 13, 2010 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Poetry?

The main cast of Poetry includes Yoon Jeong-hee, David Lee, Kim Hee-ra, Ahn Nae-sang, Kim Yong-taek.

Is Poetry worth watching?

Poetry has a user rating of 7.6/10 based on 322 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.