Synopsis

Embraced by audiences and critics worldwide, IL POSTINO (The Postman) - is an unforgettable and heartwarming portrayal of a man's pursuit of love and acceptance. On a remote Mediterranean island, Mario Ruoppolo (Massimo Troisi), a shy and simple-minded fisherman's son, is hired to deliver mail to exiled "poet of love" Pablo Neruda (Philippe Noiret). As the two develop an improbable but tender friendship, Mario enlists Neruda's help to win the heart of a beautiful woman. During the sometimes hilarious courtship, Mario awakens the poet within himself and journeys on a life-changing course of romance and self-discovery...

More Information

• Catalogue Number: BED888406
• Number of Discs: 1
• Studio / Label: Buena Vista
• Release Date: 07/01/2002
• Secondary Genre: World Cinema
• Format Code: DVD
• RRP: £17.99
• Certificate: U - Universal