"Il Postino" is a 1994 Italian film directed by Michael Radford. The story is set on a small Italian island in the 1950s and follows a postman named Mario Ruoppolo, who forms a friendship with the famous Chilean poet Pablo Neruda. As Mario delivers mail to Neruda, he becomes inspired by the poet's work and learns about love and poetry. The film beautifully explores themes of friendship, love, and the power of words, ultimately highlighting how art can transform lives. It received critical acclaim and was nominated for several Academy Awards.