description The Postman Overview
The Postman is a 1997 film set in 2013 following a nomad who discovers a USPS uniform and initiates an uprising against a dominant warlord in a post-apocalyptic America. Based on David Brin’s novel, the story involves a movement to rebuild the United States after a societal collapse. The film stars Kevin Costner alongside Will Patton and Larenz Tate.
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info The Postman Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1997 |
help The Postman FAQ
What is The Postman about?
The Postman is set in a post-apocalyptic America in 2013, where a nomad finds a USPS uniform and begins delivering hope to isolated communities. His actions help inspire resistance against a powerful warlord.
Who directed and starred in The Postman?
Kevin Costner directed The Postman and plays the title character. The film is based on David Brin's novel of the same name.
Why is the USPS uniform important in The Postman?
The uniform gives the nomad a symbol of the old United States and the postal service. He uses that symbol to claim that organized government and communication can return after social collapse.
What kind of story is The Postman?
It is a 1997 post-apocalyptic drama with science-fiction and western elements. Instead of focusing only on survival, the story centers on rebuilding trust, communication, and national identity.
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