A Poet

Oscar is a middle aged, erratic writer who has given up on writing and life. He scrapes by with his family, wandering the streets of Medellin in a haze of alcohol and regret, muttering about the state of literature in his country and resisting any hint of artistic revival. A chance to mentor a young student drops into his lap, offering a path back to relevance if he can stop sabotaging himself. The assignment tests his stubborn pride and the habits that have kept him stuck, while inviting a sliver of hope that his best work might still come from a difficult, imperfect place.

Directed by Simón Mesa Soto, A Poet presents an original screenplay that threads comedy and drama through a personal crisis. The film marks Soto's continued exploration of character and social setting, grounding its humor in real life Medellin, and social realism that rings true for festival audiences.

Box office figures for this title have not been publicly released. The film is in limited circulation and has not yet posted a worldwide gross.

As of now there are no major awards announced for A Poet, and the film has not secured notable nominations. The work is best read as a character study that quietly earns its moments through performance and humor.

Reception so far leans positive among viewers who catch the balance between comic barbs and sincere moments. The movie's themes center on mentorship and second chances, the stubbornness that blocks talent, and the social reality of writers trying to find a voice in a busy city. The performance by Ubeimar Rios as Oscar gives dry wit a wary warmth, while Rebeca Andrade's Yurlady anchors the stakes in family life and daily resilience. The 7.9 out of 10 rating from 13 votes hints at a hopeful crowd.