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William Goldman's The princess bride
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Though Princess Buttercup may prove disappointingly helpless in this swashbuckling romp, her companions manage to sweep in and save the day with tons of catchy quips. Quotes such as “Inconceivable!” and “Hello, my name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die.” have endured for so l... Read More »
"You keep using that word. I do not think it means what you think it means." "DROP... YOUR... SWORD!" "Mawage. Mawage is wot bwings us togeder today." "Well, I'm not saying I'd like to build a summer home here, but the trees are actually quite lovely." &quo... Read More »
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Quotes
Add a QuoteMiracle Max: Beat it or I'll call the Brute Squad.
Fezzik: I'm on the Brute Squad.
Miracle Max: [sees Fezzik] You ARE the Brute Squad!
Inigo Montoya: Fezzik, are there rocks ahead?
Fezzik: If there are, we all be dead.
Vizzini: No more rhymes now, I mean it.
Fezzik: Anybody want a peanut?
Vizzini: DYEEAAHHHHHH!
(My favorite quote.)
Wesly: "Life isn't fair, Highness. Anyone who says otherwise is selling something."
Vizzini: We were told that there was a town nearby that would appreciate our preforming talents.
Buttercup: You were misinformed. There's no one around here for miles.
Vizzini: Then there will be no one to hear you scream.
Vizzini: INCONCEIVABLE!!!
Inigo: You keep using that word. I do not think it means what you think it means.
Wesley: *to Humperdink* I'll use slow words so can understand me you wart.hog.faced.buh.foon.
Humperdink: *annoyed* I think that is the first time someone has dared insult me.
Wesley: It won't be the last.
Inigo: *regretfully* You seem a decent fellow. I hate to kill you.
Wesley: You seem a decent fellow. I hate to die.
Age
Add Age Suitabilitywhite_flamingo_71 thinks this title is suitable for 13 years and over
Bakergirl_13 thinks this title is suitable for between the ages of 10 and 99
black_horse_149 thinks this title is suitable for between the ages of 1 and 99
Notices
Add NoticesViolence: Sword fighting with lots of blood, also brief scenes of torture.
Frightening or Intense Scenes: When Fezzik is on fire, that scared me to death when I watched this as a little girl. Also the fire-swamp scenes with the R.O.U.S.s might scare younger children.
Summary
Add a SummaryCan farmer boy Wesley win back his true love, the stunningly beautiful Buttercup, from the evil plans of crafty Prince Humperdink? He'll need more than an army of trained solidiers for this job-the likes of which include a blood-thirsty bandit, a not-so-smart giant, and a spirited old miracle man. 11+ because of some thematic events, violence including blood, stabbing, fire, biting, blood-curdling screams, sword slices. There is also one mention of the word "son of a b-tch" (I don;t know if there is other language around those lines; I just advise caution).
A kindly grandfather sits down with his grandson and reads him a bedtime 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 Westleys' companions in his quest.
Comment
Add a CommentAlways and forever one of my favorite movies.
This is my favourite movie of all time. To quote the movie:
Grandson: Does it got any sports in it?
Grandpa: Are you kidding? Fencing, fighting, torture, revenge, giants, monsters, chases, escapes, true love, miracles.
Grandson: Doesn’t sound too bad. I’ll try to stay awake.
This is by far one of my top all time most favorite movies! I can watch it over and over again. It is so quotable and wonderful, watch it, and it will become one of your favorites too!
This movie has everything- romance, fighting, witches, royalty, trickery, comedy, great actors, giant rodents of unusual sizes, and a wrestling giant.
One of my favorites. Not quite as good as the book, but definitely came close.
One of my personal top five favorite movies! This flick holds up incredibly well with its timeless characters (and adorable actors). Excellently paced, with a fantastic range of comedy and drama. It never takes itself too seriously, and yet you find yourself truly caring for the cast.
Ridiculous. Oh I'm sorry, did I say ridiculous? I meant ridiculously funny! Seriously, though, I loved this movie. Drama, humor, romance, humor, swordfighting, humor, puns, etc. And humor. What I found odd was that I didn't like the book at all, but the background from the book made the movie more enjoyable. Basically, the movie is the good parts of the book, acted out. If you haven't watched this movie, you've missed out on hilarious quotes, outlandish plots and schemes, and a modern classic fairy tale. So much fun!
Kinda romantic, goofy main characters, HILARIOUS, and entertaining. Worth a re-watch!
Great acting, splendid dialogue, fun to watch, definitely a classic, the viewer will not be sorry.
Boring.