In which the Mister and Monsters join me in reviewing THE PRINCESS BRIDE (1987), which you can find for streaming on Disney+. Directed by Rob Reiner, from a script by William Goldman from his 1973 book of the same name, the film follows a young boy (Fred Savage) who is home sick in bed getting a visit from his grandpa (Peter Falk) who comes bearing a gift - a book! In the book is a tale of heroes, giants, villians, wizards and true love. Heading up the cast is Cary Elwes as Westley, a farm hand in love with Buttercup (Robin Wright). He goes off to make his fortune and news returns that his ship was captured by the Dread Pirate Roberts who leaves no one alive. Buttercup is utterly crestfallen and eventually agrees to a marriage with Prince Humperdinck (Chris Sarandon). However, right before the wedding she is abducted by the villainous Vizzini (Wallace Shawn) and his henchmen Iñigo Montoya (Mandy Patinkin) and Fezzik ( André René Roussimoff/Andre the Giant), who have plans of their own. Will Buttercup get stuck in a loveless marriage with Humperdinck? Who's the masked man in black tailing Vizzini, Iñigo, Fezzik and Buttercup? Is Westley really dead?? You have to watch to find out. This film clocks in at 1 h and 38 m and is rated PG. Please note there are SPOILERS in this review.
Our artwork is usually lifted from IMDB but tragically this film has awful posters but the gorgeous poster used in the video is from Ise Ananphada (https://iseananphada.com/) - check out the site!
This episode is dedicated to Aunt Erica on her born day - we heart you and will see you soon XOXO
Opening intro music: GOAT by Wayne Jones, courtesy of YouTube Audio Library
