Summary
Meg is a gifted but emotionally scarred 18-year-old who finds solace in writing poetry. Mr. Auster, her English teacher, recognizes her talent and encourages her to enter a national poetry contest. As tension at home escalates and Meg struggles to find a way to get to the poetry finals in Florida, Auster's role in her life becomes increasingly complex.
Details
Release Date: April 25, 2003
Runtime: 96 minutes
Genres: Drama
Original Language: EN
Rating: ⭐ 6.2/10 (56 votes)
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