Poem

Poem

1972 · 137 min · JA · 6.7 (23 votes)
Dir. Akio Jissoji · Starring Saburo Shinoda, Shin Kishida, Ryo Tamura, Eiko Yanami, Eishin Tono, Hiroko Sakurai · Buddhist Trilogy Collection
Drama

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.

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A quiet, starkly beautiful film that feels like a waking dream. It's a deeply meditative experience, exploring profound themes with a gentle, almost reverent touch. Perfect for introspection.

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