Cast
View AllSabira Maikanova
as Makpal
Nurmukhan Zhanturin
as Kodar
Rakhia Koychubayeva
as Kunekey
Kalibek Kuanyshbayev
as Zharkin
Sholpan Dzhandarbekova
as Bayan Sulu
Serke Kozhamkulov
as Karabay
Kamal Karmysov
as Zhantyk
Asvad Khasanov
as Usak
D. Abdullina
as Tansyk
I. Argymbayev
as Aydar
T. Agrimbekov
as Kozy Korpesh
Crew
Director
- Shaken Aimanov
Writer
- Gabit Musrepov
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, A Poem About Love examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Shaken Aimanov brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1954, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of A Poem About Love took approximately 30 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 96 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 144 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 2288 individual shots.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 9 months to complete.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 4 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 1954, when this film was released:
- Television was becoming a dominant form of home entertainment.
- Rock and roll music was revolutionizing popular culture.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
While A Poem About Love shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Dissolve, which focuses more on action than character development, A Poem About Love subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like Kazakh Khanate: Diamond Sword and The Land of Our Fathers explore similar territory, A Poem About Love stands apart through its deeper exploration of its central themes and more complex characterization.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its bold artistic choices and willingness to challenge viewer expectations, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: May 10, 1954
- Runtime: 1h 36m
