Review of The Postman (1997) by Courtney T — 29 Jan 2008

Poor Tom Petty is one of many cardboard characters in this one.

This review of The Postman (1997) was written by Courtney T on 29 Jan 2008.

The Postman has generally received mixed reviews.

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