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Postcards from the Edge is a 1990 American comedy-drama film directed by Mike Nichols. The screenplay by Carrie Fisher is based on her 1987 semi-autobiographical novel of the same title. The film stars Meryl Streep, Shirley MacLaine, and Dennis Quaid.
Sep 14, 1990 · A film based on Carrie Fisher's semi-autobiographical novel about a Hollywood actress struggling with addiction and family issues. Starring Meryl Streep, Shirley MacLaine, Dennis Quaid and Gene Hackman, directed by Mike Nichols.
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- Comedy, Drama
- Mike Nichols
- 1990-09-14
Plot summary. The novel revolves around movie actress Suzanne Vale as she tries to put her life together after a drug overdose. The book is divided into five main sections: The prologue is in epistolary form, with postcards written by Suzanne to her brother, friend, and grandmother.
- Carrie Fisher
- 1987
Uniting a pair of powerhouse talents with a smart, sharply written script, Postcards from the Edge makes compelling drama out of reality-inspired trauma. Hollywood actress Suzanne Vale is...
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- Mike Nichols
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- Meryl Streep
A comedy-drama about a substance-addicted actress who moves back in with her mother, a former star and a drinker. The film is based on the memoir of Carrie Fisher, who plays herself in the movie.
Sep 12, 1990 · A comedy based on Carrie Fisher's memoir of her struggles with addiction and her relationship with her mother, played by Shirley MacLaine. The film mixes humor and drama, but fails to capture the reality of recovery and the challenges of show business.
Sep 12, 1990 · A comedy drama film based on Carrie Fisher's semi-autobiographical novel about a mother-daughter relationship in Hollywood. See critic and user reviews, scores, cast and crew, and where to watch the movie.
