The Poet and the Boy 2017
"Dreams that cannot be written."
In *The Poet and the Boy* (2017), a quietly unfulfilled poet on Jeju Island rediscovers life's raw edges when an unexpected bond forms with a young boy.
Director: Kim Yang-hee
Cast
Yang Ik-june
Hyun Taek-ki
Jeon Hye-jin
Gang-sun
Jung Ga-ram
Se-yun
Bang Eun-hee
Boy's Mother
Kim Sung-kyun
Bong-yeon
Inan
Boy's Father
Baek Ji-won
Member of Dongin
Choi Hee-jin
Doctor
Kim Jong-soo
CEO of Dongin
Lee Eun-joo
Member of Dongin
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Poet and the Boy (2017) about?
The film follows a Jeju-based poet, stuck in a monotonous life, whose world shifts when he forms a deep bond with a young boy. As emotions he's long ignored surface, he confronts choices he never dared make.
Who directed The Poet and the Boy?
Kim Yang-hee directed *The Poet and the Boy*, bringing a lyrical touch to this intimate drama.
Who stars in The Poet and the Boy?
The film features Yang Ik-june, Jeon Hye-jin, Jung Ga-ram, Bang Eun-hee, and Kim Sung-kyun in pivotal roles.
Is The Poet and the Boy (2017) worth watching?
With its honest portrayal of emotional awakening and Yang Ik-june's compelling performance, this drama offers a moving experience. Though unrated on IMDb, its themes resonate with fans of introspective storytelling.
How long is The Poet and the Boy?
The Poet and the Boy runs for 110 minutes.
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About The Poet and the Boy (2017) — How a Jeju poet's unspoken love changes everything
In *The Poet and the Boy* (2017), a quietly unfulfilled poet on Jeju Island rediscovers life's raw edges when an unexpected bond forms with a young boy. Directed by Kim Yang-hee, this tender drama explores the fragile beauty of emotions long suppressed, as routine gives way to something far more vulnerable. The film's contemplative pace mirrors the poet's inner journey, where words fail but feelings speak volumes.
Starring Yang Ik-june in a career-defining role, *The Poet and the Boy* pairs him with Jeon Hye-jin and Jung Ga-ram, whose chemistry adds depth to this understated narrative. With themes of connection and self-discovery, Kim Yang-hee crafts a visually poetic experience that lingers long after the credits roll.
