Review of The Postman Always Rings Twice (1981) by Barbara W — 22 Aug 2009

Better than the older version but not good.

This review of The Postman Always Rings Twice (1981) was written by Barbara W on 22 Aug 2009.

The Postman Always Rings Twice has generally received positive reviews.

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By Lovely L (144) on 09 Sep 2012

Now I know y I hate Jack Nicholson..For being yet annoying again in another movie..VEry long detials in this movie with no use..and the relationship…

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By Sri N (58) on 27 May 2010

I thought it was a little bit boring. Jessica Lange is amazingly beautiful in this movie…

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By Oscar T (386) on 18 Oct 2014

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By John A (1,813) on 17 Sep 2012

Unlikeable characters in a miserable world with a nasty story and few redeeming features :(…

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By Caleb C (670) on 09 Jan 2012

I could see Sam Mendes doing a great remake of this that would earn a bet pic award for sure…

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