Postcards from the Edge
A substance-addicted actress tries to look on the bright side even as she's forced to move back in with her mother to avoid unemployment.
Release Year
1990
Runtime
101 min
Audience Score
6.6
Genres
Comedy, Drama
Story Snapshot
A substance-addicted actress tries to look on the bright side even as she's forced to move back in with her mother to avoid unemployment.
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Postcards from the Edge is a uplifting pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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