The Postman
The Postman
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The Postman (1994)

PG (US) | Italy, France, Belgium | Italian, Spanish | 108 min
Directed by: Michael Radford, Massimo Troisi
7.6

Set on a small Italian island in the 1950s, the film follows the friendship between Mario, a humble letter carrier, and the renowned Chilean poet Pablo Neruda, who is exiled there. While bringing mail to Neruda, Mario becomes fascinated by poetry and words. Over time, he not only learns to see the world in a more poetic way, but also uses this new language to conquer Beatrice, the woman he loves.

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Best Music, Original Dramatic Score

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Best Film not in the English Language

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Release Date

Canada
(Toronto International Film Festival)
1994-09-14
Italy
No data
1994-09-22
USA
(USA Film Festival)
1995-04-25
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Also Known As (A.K.A.)

Il Postino
(Original title)
El cartero (Il postino)
Argentina
Il Postino: The Postman
Australia
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Parent Guide

Sex & Nudity
Mild
Violence & Gore
None
Profanity
Mild
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
Moderate
Frightening & Intense Scenes
None