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All rights reserved.The Princess Bride (2001, DVD)
| Movie Description Director Rob Reiner breathes vividly colored cinematic life into William Goldman's THE PRINCESS BRIDE, effectively evoking the wondrous, wide-eyed spirit of the witty 1973 novel. When a sick boy (Fred Savage) receives a visit from his doting grandfather (Peter Falk) who intends to read to him from his favorite book, he's not exactly pleased to be extracted from his world of video games. However, his mood quickly changes as he, along with the viewer, is transported to a place out of time--to Florin, a kingdom in the ultimate imaginary land, complete with dashing heroes, cowardly princes, rhyming giants, shrieking eels, rodents of unusual size, fancy swordfights, and yes...even some kissing. The lovely Buttercup (Robin Wright) learns that "As you wish" really means "I love you" when she falls for her charming farmhand, Westley (Cary Elwes). While trying to seek his fortune, however, Westley disappears at sea, an apparent victim of the Dread Pirate Roberts, who takes no prisoners. A few years later, Buttercup, engaged to the oily Prince Humperdinck (Chris Sarandon), is kidnapped by an oddball trio of rogues--brains, Vizzini (Wallace Shawn); brawn, Fezzik (André the Giant); and sword, Inigo Montoya (Mandy Patinkin in a standout performance). As they sail away toward the Cliffs of Insanity, they notice the pursuit of a man in black...and the adventure begins. A clever fairy tale for all ages, THE PRINCESS BRIDE is arguably one of the funniest and most entertaining films of all time.
Notes DVD Features: Region 1 Keep Case Anamorphic Widescreen - 1.85 Audio: Dolby Digital 5.1 - English Dolby Digital Mono - Spanish Additional Release Material: Production Interviews - 1. Cary Elwes, Robin Wright-Penn, Billy Crystal, Mandy Patinkin - Stars Documentary - 1. AS YOU WISH Audio Commentary - 1. Rob Reiner - Director 2. William Goldman - Screenwriter Behind-The-Scenes Footage Featurette, Theatrical release: September 25, 1987. THE PRINCESS BRIDE was screened at the 1987 Toronto Festival of Festivals and London Film Festival. Shot at Lee International Studios in Shepperton, England, and in Ireland. Filming began August 1986, and was completed December 1986. Estimated budget: $16 million. Author William Goldman also wrote the screenplay for THE PRINCESS BRIDE. The film features early starring roles for Cary Elwes and Robin Wright. Wright later married actor-director Sean Penn, changing her name to Robin Wright Penn. Christopher Guest (Count Rugen) plays Nignel Tufnel in director Rob Reiner's THIS IS SPINAL TAP. The hat of Marty DiBergi (Reiner) from THIS IS SPINAL TAP appears on the boy's (Fred Savage) bedpost. THE PRINCESS BRIDE features the first (and only) sizeable film role for professional wrestler André the Giant. It's his only major appearance playing a character other than himself. Mark Knopfler of the Dire Straits composed the music for the film. Editorial Reviews Variety - Jagr. Entertainment Weekly - Marc Bernardin (09/14/2001) Sight and Sound - Danny Leigh (02/01/2001) Total Film - Ceri Thomas (05/01/2000) New York Times - p.C10 - Janet Maslin | Find errors in the product description? Submit a catalog update request now. | ||||||||||
Top Reviews  Classic!Review created: 03/27/06(updated 01/28/08) by:  6 of 10 people found this review helpful. This is actually my husbands favorite movie but I enjoy it greatly also. You have a boy whos grandfather is reading him a story. The movie cuts back and forth a couple times from them to the story being played out. The story is about a man who loves a girl but then he dissappears. The story includes everything from a giant, a sword fighter, pirate, romance, action, magic, and so much more! There are lines that will stay in your head for a long time after seeing the movie and if you think that is INCONCEIVABLE!! Then you haven't seen this movie :). A must see!! Review ID: 10000000000822524 Was this review helpful? Report this review Full Review5 of 8 people found this review helpful. The Princess Bride is one of the most clever, humorous and touching testimonies to true love ever produced. So why are all the reviews so general and non-descriptive? Methinks ebayers are rushing to pile up mass reviews to achieve top reviewer status. The frame of this movie is a grandfather (Peter Falk) reading a fairy tale to his sick grandchild (Fred Savage). The story line is about true love between a peasant boy (Cary Elwes) and a princess (Robin Wright) and the team of misfits who help reunite the lovers who have been separated by an evil prince (Chris Sarandon) and his sadistic henchman (Christopher Guest). Skits include Wallace Shawn as the wonderfully plotting Vizzini (inconceivable!), the truly dense (mentally and physically) Andre The Giant as Fezzik, Mandy Patinkin as Inigo Montoya (a Spaniard seeking to avenge the death of his father at the hands of the 6-fingered man) and a classic bit by Billy Crystal as Miracle Max together with his wife played by the hysterical Carol Kane. As they journey through the Fire Swamp, the Pit of Despair and into the evil Humperdinck's castle all comes down to whether true love can overcome even death. Wonderful, wonderful for adults and kids of all ages. Review ID: 10000000002012597 Was this review helpful? Report this review Title Dosent Due it Justice4 of 10 people found this review helpful. The title of this movie may turn some people away from it but let me tell you it is one funny show. I was real impressed with it and was even suprised when my kids actually set thru the whole thing with me. Great show. Review ID: 10000000000083012 Was this review helpful? Report this review Classic Old-World ComedyReview created: 10/03/06 by: 2 of 5 people found this review helpful. Princess Bride is a classic that everyone should see. Don't let the title fool you, this movie isn't all mushy and girly... all the guys I know love this movie! Comedy and fantasy filled, this movie is a fun watch and so memorable! Enjoyable for the ladies because of the romance and the hunkie hero, and fun for the guys because of the action and the comedy act. This movie is good for the entire family! Such a wonderful addition to any movie collection! Review ID: 10000000001977930 Was this review helpful? Report this review Reviews One of the best!Review created: 09/03/08 by: OK...If you actually haven't seen this movie yet...GET IT! If you are not yet tired of reading outstanding reviews of this movie yet...stop reading and GET IT! If you are interested in a movie that would be worth watching with your girlfriend...GET IT! If you are interested in a movie that would be worth watching with your wife...GET IT! If you are interested in a movie that would be worth watching with your wife, and now kids...GET IT! This is one of the best movies that is watchable (if that is a word), on soooo many levels. No, it's not going to require much thought, it's not Casablanca or anything along those levels, but if you do not yet have this movie in your collection, there is something seriously wrong with you!!! This movie has some of the best actors/actresses that you will see, with great roles for them to play. If you like romance movies...GET IT! If you like adventure movies...GET IT! If you like action movies...GET IT! Get off your butt, and get this freaking movie!!! Review ID: 10000000008552824 Was this review helpful? Report this review |
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