

Postal
Based on true events, the film reimagines the emotional meltdown of Philip Tress, a Jacksonville millennial described by local media as “unable to break from a psychotic, unrequited love affair". Phil's downfall gained notoriety as his breakdown was documented by multiple recordings of calls Phillip made to a customer service agent at an international shipping company.
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Plot Summary
The film follows the misadventures of a nihilistic and deeply troubled drifter known as 'The Postal Dude' as he gets entangled in a bizarre series of events in a small, eccentric town. From navigating a town run by cults and terrorists to a bizarre invasion of the Walking Dead, Dude finds himself in increasingly absurd and violent situations.
Critical Reception
The film is widely considered to be one of Uwe Boll's worst films, receiving overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics and audiences alike for its offensive humor, poor acting, and nonsensical plot. It is often cited as an example of gratuitous and tasteless filmmaking.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised by some for its dark and offensive humor, though widely criticized for being tasteless.
- Seen as a convoluted and nonsensical plot with weak acting.
- Often described as an 'acquired taste' due to its extreme and controversial content.
Google audience: Audience reviews are predominantly negative, citing the film's offensive nature and lack of coherent storytelling. Many viewers found the humor to be juvenile and mean-spirited, leading to a generally poor reception.
Fun Fact
Despite its extremely negative reception, 'Postal' was based on the controversial video game series of the same name, which itself was known for its shocking and over-the-top violence and humor.
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