The Princess Bride (DVD, 2000)

We quote this movie all the time and decided we need to own it. Very fun but a short torture scene warning for the very faint of heart. Don't let it stop your sensitive viewers from seeing the rest of it - very worth it. Watch for Billy Crystal - "Bye, bye, boys - have fun storming the castle."

(For those who are wondering, the difference between the 2000 and 2001 releases is that the 2001 is a "special edition" with additional features, but nothing Earth-shattering. The story is the thing, originally released in 1987.)

The Princess Bride is a story within a story with some of the most unforgettable characters ever created. Don't let the fairy-tale title fool you. This is a clever, quick-witted comedy loaded with sharp barbs and impressive details. It is one of those rare instant classics that entertains different ages at different levels, and gets better each time you watch it.

The film's legendary cast includes Cary Elwes, Robin Wright(Penn), Andre the Giant, Shawn Wallace, Mandy Patinkin, Billy Crystal, Carol Kane, Christopher Guest, and Chris Sarandon. Peter Falk and a young Fred Savage round out the cast in the wraparound story of a grandfather visiting his sick grandson.

As the grandfather says, this is a story of "fencing, fighting, torture, revenge, giants, monsters, chases, escapes, true love, miracles..." Not a moment lags. The rapid-fire banter between characters is impeccably-timed, and as often quoted as Monty Python and the Holy Grail.

My favorite part of the movie is the duel at the top of the Cliffs of Insanity. Beside some genuinely fine swordsmanship, few people realize that the conversation Wesley and Inigo are having so courteously as they battle to the death is chock full of references to real-life master swordsmen of centuries past. Every detail of this scene is pure entertainment perfection, right down to the background music and sound effects.

The Princess Bride is a rich blend of comedy, action, adventure and romance. It is a prized part of my movie collection, and truly a must-have for any aficionado of fine wit. You'll watch it again and again.

To do otherwise would be ... INCONCEIVABLE!

I had seen this movie several years back. I have a 7 year old daughter and I am very picky about what she watches. This was a movie that I knew she'd love. It has adventure, romance, suspense and it is clean. It only has one cuss word throughout the whole movie. Indigo says "son of a b****." But that is the only place any type of bad language is used. Over all I really like this movie. And would suggest you check it out for yourself.

This is one movie you'll never get tired off. I could watch it over and over. Wesley is jsut the hero everyone wants. All the charcters are likable and it shows that you can make a good movie without sex, language or gore.
There are fighting scenes, but they are very mild and basically just for effects.
The movie also portarits how hard it is now a days to get a kid interested in reading a book and how to solve that problem!
We have the movie on VHS and DVD and in two languages, just to make sure that we will always have a copie, because this one you'll want to show to your grandchildren!!

We really like this movie. If you like something like Monte Python, you'll like this. You do have to pay attention to get the funniness. Young people will think it's funny but not for the same reasons as the adults.

I have always loved the Princess Bride it was one of my favorite movies growing up! I would recommend this movie to anyone and any age, it's a very good family movie.

I have loved this film since I was a little girl. It's fun and witty, with a bit of everything for everyone. If you like adventure, swordplay, comedy, or romance, this is the film for you!

good price, fast ship,product was what i ordered. my son watched it with me 4 times in a row the first night we got it.very pleased

Bought this as it is my fiance's favourite movie. Plays great and he loved opening it for Christmas! Thank you for helping to make this year special. Pleasure doing business with you!

This movie kicks a-word. Come on, it's the Princess Bride.

Inigo Montoya: I donna suppose you could speed things up?
Westley: If you're in such a hurry, you could lower a rope or a tree branch or find something useful to do.
Inigo Montoya: I could do that. I have some rope up here, but I do not think you would accept my help, since I am only waiting around to kill you.
Westley: That does put a damper on our relationship.

The dvd came as described, and it was shipped quickly. It was also a good price, and it played without any problems. thanks!

Excellent movie. Entertaining revival of a nearly forgotten work. I would recommend. There is something there for everyone.

The movie has a fun story line. You just keep smiling or laughing through the whole movie. Bought it so we could watch it anytime we wanted.

Great movie, a classic comedy with a great cast. My husband and I have rented this movie a number of times and when I had the chance to buy it, I jumped at it.