Great Expectations vs The Postman
The Postman has the higher audience score (7.9/10 against 6.6/10 for Great Expectations). The Postman is the shorter watch at 1h 49m compared with 1h 51m. The Postman is the older of the two (1994 against 1998). Both are comedy, drama, romance movies, so they suit a similar mood.
Great Expectations
The Postman| Great Expectations | The Postman | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 6.6/10 | ★ 7.9/10 |
| Year | 1998 | 1994 |
| Length | 1h 51m | 1h 49m |
| Genres | Comedy, Drama, Romance | Comedy, Drama, Romance |
| Country | – | – |
| Director | Alfonso Cuarón | Michael Radford |
| Main cast | Ethan Hawke, Kim Dickens, Robert De Niro, Hank Azaria, Chris Cooper | Maria Grazia Cucinotta, Renato Scarpa, Massimo Troisi, Philippe Noiret, Linda Moretti |
Synopsis
Great Expectations
Loosely based on the Charles Dickens' classic novel, "Great Expectations" is a sensual tale of a young man's unforgettable passage into manhood, and the three individuals who will undeniably change his life forever. Through the surprising interactions of these vivid characters, "Great Expectations" takes a unique and contemporary look at life's great coincidences.
The Postman
Simple Italian postman learns to love poetry while delivering mail to a famous poet; he uses this to woo local beauty Beatrice.
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