The Princess Bride (1987)
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The Princess Bride is a 1987 American fantasy adventure comedy directed by Rob Reiner, based on William Goldman's 1973 novel. The film is framed as a story read by a grandfather, played by Peter Falk, to his sick grandson, played by Fred Savage, and follows the beautiful Buttercup, played by Robin Wright, and her true love Westley, played by Cary Elwes, who must overcome death, torture, kidnapping, and the schemes of the villainous Prince Humperdinck to be reunited. The Princess Bride was a modest commercial performer upon release, earning $30 million, but it became one of the most beloved cult films in cinema history through home video and television broadcasts.
Virtually every line of dialogue became quotable — "As you wish," "Inconceivable!," "Hello, my name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die," and "Have fun storming the castle" entered the permanent cultural lexicon.
William Goldman's screenplay perfectly balanced romance, adventure, comedy, and gentle self-awareness.





