The Postman

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Martin B I see the ratings and don't think much of them. This is the same bunch that rates Marvel movies highly and not prepared to judge a flick with societal gravitas. On my third watch of the movie and it gets better with time. The disintegration of a democracy, being over taken by a brutal dictator filling the vacuum and people rising up against him. The humble postman representative of the flow of information and ideas necessary to resurrect a free society. Vivid scenery and costumes, violence with a purpose and completely unique. The movie is brilliant and should get the recognition over time it deserves. The critics can stick to their fantasy movies loaded with violence, CGI and special affects and no meaningful message. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 04/26/25 Full Review D O The U.S. Postal Service is an underrated reason for the initial success and continued prosperity of the American Experiment. This communication system was essential to keeping citizens apprised of the true events of the battle for Independence, ensuring free speech away from governmental interference. No longer could dictatorial regimes control the flow of information as they have (and even continue to do) throughout the darker parts of our world. As the US rapidly expanded westward, the US Postal Service only became more important. The need for communication led to early road formation and transportation options. The news of the day and private, long distance correspondence increasingly affected our decisions, our businesses, our very livelihood, as the distances grew greater. Knowing our loved ones were safe in battle or transit, forming enduring friendships across mountains and rivers. No matter the challenge, the sanctity, privacy, and integrity of the mail system has endured, knowing that without it, the freedom to communicate -- and freedom itself -- would be at risk. That's the story Kevin Costner's "The Postman" is trying to tell. That this "simple" concept - the free exchange of information and ideas - is critical to the creation and survival of a free society. It's so powerful that just the idea of it instills hope in the hopeless. In today's world, this movie is a stark reminder that the United States IS its institutions. Wholesale gutting of departments and institutions is shortsighted and will lead to a less stable, and less free country. Watch it again with an eye towards that concept and it becomes a better movie. Yes, it might drag a little and is predictable in it's final chapters, but that's ok. It is a rare positive apocalyptic movie that delivers a real message about what it takes for humans to pull themselves together and form a society - not just survive. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 04/23/25 Full Review Dave N It starts out very good and becomes so predictable and "Disney scripted" that it's tough to finish. It will make you discuss all the things that should have been done to make it a classic. Rated 3/5 Stars •  Rated 3 out of 5 stars 03/19/25 Full Review Gordon M The critics are, as usual, snooty and out of touch. We should review them and see how long they last. This film is not perfect, but it does things that a lot of well-reviewed popcorn flicks could never do. It has unique and unexpected settings. It has consideration for tactics. Fundamentally, it shows the discovery of a shared dream, pitted against petty ambition. Considering all of the ridiculous and empty big budget comic movies out there, this is successfully touching and wholesome. If you don't like this movie, then by all means, enjoy your precious Aaron Aronofsky films with their stellar reviews. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 02/02/25 Full Review Neil C I don't understand how the film was so poorly recieved by the critics. I thoroughly enjoyed it, the story is solid, the post apocalyptic world they created was interesting and as always Kevin Costner was spot on. He's the only John Wayne left in that town. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/21/25 Full Review Rita N I think The Postman is a great movie about hope. I loved rewatching it. I believe it's your personal choice what you take away from it. It seems everyone is just so over critical these days. Love it or leave it. I love it. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/02/25 Full Review Read all reviews

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