

Poem
1972, Japanese. Directed by Akio Jissoji.
A rigidly devoted young servant lives in a decaying aristocratic household as its members drift toward modernity, hedonism, and financial collapse. While the family quarrels over the fate of their estate, he clings to tradition and ritual, becoming a quiet witness to the social change and emotional unrest around him.
- Runtime
- 2h 17m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Japanese
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Buddhist Trilogy Collection
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- Released
- 17 June 1972
- Original title
- 哥
- Country
- Japan
- Written by
- Toshirō Ishidō
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This Transient Life
1970 · 7.4/10
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1969 · 7.6/10
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Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters
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1971 · 7.4/10
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Poem: quick answers
What should I watch before Poem?
Watch This Transient Life (1970) and Mandala (1971) first.
Is Poem worth watching?
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How long is Poem?
Poem runs 137 minutes (2h 17m).
Does Poem have a post-credits scene?
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Which OTT platform is Poem on?
Poem isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 17 June 1972. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Poem?
If you liked Poem, try This Transient Life, Funeral Parade of Roses, Intentions of Murder.
Who directed Poem?
Poem (1972) was directed by Akio Jissoji and stars Saburo Shinoda, Shin Kishida, Ryo Tamura.
