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The Princess Bride (1987) 8.1
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Metascore: 77/100
Reviews: 647 user | 136 critic | 20 from Metacritic.com A classic fairy tale, with swordplay, giants, an evil prince, a beautiful princess, and yes, some kissing (as read by a kindly grandfather). Director:Rob Reiner |
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Cast
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| Cary Elwes | ... |
Westley /
The Man in Black
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| Mandy Patinkin | ... | ||
| Chris Sarandon | ... | ||
| Christopher Guest | ... | ||
| Wallace Shawn | ... | ||
| André the Giant | ... |
Fezzik
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| Fred Savage | ... | ||
| Robin Wright | ... | ||
| Peter Falk | ... |
The Grandfather /
Narrator
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| Peter Cook | ... | ||
| Mel Smith | ... | ||
| Carol Kane | ... | ||
| Billy Crystal | ... | ||
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Anne Dyson | ... | |
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Margery Mason | ... | |
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Plot Summary
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Plot Synopsis
Storyline
A kindly grandfather sits down with his ill grandson and reads him a story. The story is one that has been passed down from father to son for generations. As the grandfather reads the story, the action comes alive. The story is a classic tale of love and adventure as the beautiful Buttercup, engaged to the odious Prince Humperdinck, is kidnapped and held against her will in order to start a war, It is up to Westley (her childhood beau, now returned as the Dread Pirate Roberts) to save her. On the way he meets a thief and his hired helpers, an accomplished swordsman and a huge, super strong giant, both of whom become Westley's companions in his quest. Written by Afterburner <aburner@erols.com>
Taglines:
Heroes. Giants. Villains. Wizards. True Love. - Not just your basic, average, everyday, ordinary, run-of-the-mill, ho-hum fairy tale. See more »Parents Guide:
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Country:
USALanguage:
EnglishRelease Date:
3 December 1987 (Australia) See more »Also Known As:
La princesa prometida See more »Box Office
Budget:
$16,000,000 (estimated)Gross:
$30,857,814 (USA)Company Credits
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"As you wish..." "Inconceivable!" "My name is Inigo Montoya..."
I love this film so much.
From its opening scenes of the young boy being read a story by his kindly Grandfather to the romance, action, adventure and fun of the fairy tale. The Princess bride tells the tale of the beautiful Buttercup (Robin Wright) and her true love Westley (Elwes)who become separated through the course of an unfortunate event involving some pirates. Westley's destiny is to rescue Buttercup from the clutches of an evil Prince so that they might be together again. Yet he's not bargained on some of the wonderful characters that he will meet (and befriend) along the way...
This film is so deliciously acted, made and written that it is a treat to watch.I've lost count of how many times I've seen it now. But every time I still gain the same enormous amount of pleasure from watching it. A movie that is a delight for the young and just as much fun for everyone else.
The actors are all superb in their roles ('perfect casting' does not come close to describing it!) A young Cary Elwes is suitably dashing as our cocky hero (check out the sword fighting!)and Robin Wright is good as the beautiful Buttercup. Mandy Patinkin is great as the vengeful Inigo Montoya who utters that famous "you killed my father. prepare to die" line. Everyone else gives there all, including Christoper Guest, Chris Sarandon (as the main villian), Wallace Shawn, the late Andre The Giant,Mel Smith, and Billy Crystal.
Even though it is about 18 years old, the humour and sly jokes are still as sharp today as they were back in 1987.You know you are watching a great movie when you here Elwes' "To the pain..." speech near the end. You've probably seen The Princess Bride. If so...go and watch it again. Right now, and remind yourself how good it is! And if you haven't- what are you waiting for? Go and check it out now! It's worth it! Hands up who can quote this entire film off by heart! ;)
Watch out for:
The R.O.U.S's Elwes' and Patinkin's Sword/word fight The Miracle Max scene When our heroes storm the castle (Go Inigo! Go Inigo!) Elwes' "To the pain..." speech. (Superb. Shows what a great (and unfortunately underused) actor he is)