Poet and Muse (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 1978, Poet and Muse is a drama and romance film directed by Jaakko Pakkasvirta, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. Semi-fictitious biopic of Finnish poet Eino Leino, made with a large budget to celebrate the 100th anniversary of his birth. The film concentrates on his relationships with first wife Freya Schoultz and later muse, poetess L. Onerva. His friends include equally central figures of the Finnish cultural scene in the early 1900s, such as painters Halonen and Gallén-Kallela, and composer Sibelius.
Who’s in it. Poet and Muse stars Esko Salminen as Eino Leino, Katja Salminen as Freya Schoultz, Elina Salo as L. Onerva and Paavo Liski as Kasimir Leino, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, Poet and Muse has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Poet and Muse page.
If you liked it. Fans of Poet and Muse tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Poet and Muse (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Poet and Muse change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Poet and Muse worth watching?
- Poet and Muse holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Poet and Muse?
- Poet and Muse stars Esko Salminen, Katja Salminen, Elina Salo, Paavo Liski and Pertti Palo.
- When was Poet and Muse released?
- Poet and Muse was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.