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Postcards From the Edge (1990)
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Reviews Counted: 19
Fresh: 17
Rotten:2
Average Rating: 6.7/10
Runtime: 1 hr 41 mins
Genre: Comedies
Synopsis: In this adaptation of Carrie Fisher's semiautobiographical novel, an actress struggles to kick her drug addiction while coming to terms with her domineering mother. Suzanne Vale (Meryl Streep) has grown up as the spoiled daughter of... In this adaptation of Carrie Fisher's semiautobiographical novel, an actress struggles to kick her drug addiction while coming to terms with her domineering mother. Suzanne Vale (Meryl Streep) has grown up as the spoiled daughter of famous Hollywood star Doris Mann (Shirley MacLaine). Although she has talent, Suzanne can't seem to get out from under her mother's shadow. The two women have grown apart, but they're forced back together again after Suzanne has a near-fatal overdose. Because of Suzanne's drug problem, the insurers of the film she's working on make her stay with someone who can keep an eye on her during production. As a result, Suzanne winds up moving back home with her mother--which might not be ideal, considering Doris's addiction to booze. Director Mike Nichols guides an all-star cast (that also includes Gene Hackman, Richard Dreyfuss, Rob Reiner, and Annette Bening) through this entertaining look at the dark side of showbiz. [More]
Starring: Meryl Streep, Shirley MacLaine, Dennis Quaid, Rob Reiner
Starring: Meryl Streep, Shirley MacLaine, Dennis Quaid, Rob Reiner, Richard Dreyfuss, Gene Hackman, Annette Bening, Mary Wickes, Conrad Bain, Simon Callow, Oliver Platt, Peter Onorati
Director: Mike Nichols
Director: Mike Nichols
Screenwriter: Carrie Fisher
DVD Info
Release:
May 1, 2001
DVD Features:
- Region 1
- Keep Case
- Anamorphic Widescreen - 1.85
- Single Side - Dual Layer
Audio:
- Dolby Digital 2.0
Additional Release Material:
- Audio Commentary - 1. Carrie Fisher - Writer
- Trailers - 1.Original Theatrical Trailer
- Bonus Trailers - 1. AS GOOD AS IT GETS
- 2. JERRY MAGUIRE
Reviews for Postcards From the Edge
Weak script but brilliant performances and moments of heart-twisting poignance and insight.
Nichols' portrait of Tinseltown's addictions proves it's never too late for mothers and daughters to accept each other's imperfections and renegotiate their relationships.
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