"The Postman" is a 1997 post-apocalyptic film directed by and starring Kevin Costner. The story is set in a future America where society has collapsed due to war and disease. The protagonist, a drifter, discovers a postal uniform and begins delivering mail, which rekindles hope and a sense of community among the survivors. As he travels, the drifter becomes a symbol of hope and resistance against a tyrannical leader known as General Bethlehem, played by Will Patton. The film explores themes of communication, the importance of community, and the power of symbols in rebuilding society.