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Simon Schuster
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Biography & Autobiography. Performing Arts. Nonfiction. HTML:From actor Cary Elwes, who played the iconic role of Westley in The Princess Bride, comes the New York Times bestselling account of the making of the cult classic film filled with never-before-told stories, exclusive photographs, and interviews with costars Robin Wright, Wallace Shawn, Billy Crystal, Christopher Guest, and Mandy Patinkin, as well as author and screenwriter William Goldman, producer Norman Lear, and director Rob Reiner. The Princess Bride has been a family favorite for close to three decades. Ranked by the American Film Institute as one of the top 100 Greatest Love Stories and by the Writers Guild of America as one of the top 100 screenplays of all time, The Princess Bride will continue to resonate with audiences for years to come. Cary Elwes was inspired to share his memories and give fans an unprecedented look into the creation of the film while participating in the twenty-fifth anniversary cast reunion. In As You Wish he has created an enchanting experience; in addition to never-before seen photos and interviews with his fellow cast mates, there are plenty of set secrets and backstage stories. With a foreword by Rob Reiner and a limited edition original poster by acclaimed artist Shepard Fairey, As You Wish is a must-have for all fans of this beloved film.… (more)
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LibraryThing member MartinBodek
Hallo! It is conthievable, as I wish to say, that this book is quite sweet, nostalgic, and either a laugh, a thrill, or a wonderful anecdote a minute. Get used to not being disappointed. Take your time reading it all, because if you rush a miracle book, you get rotten miracles. Indeed, it is a
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B.O.U.S.S. (Book Of Unusually Small Size), so you have to savor every page, though it is a complete telling. I now have to read the original book, of course, and I also now regret not approaching William Goldman when I found myself in the same room with him at an Elmore Leonard book reading. Have fun storming the book. It will not take a miracle. Show Less
LibraryThing member bragan
Cary Elwes, aka Westley, aka The Dread Pirate Roberts, shares his memories of the filming of The Princess Bride and his thoughts on the movie and what the experience of making it meant to him.
I wasn't entirely certain about this book at first. I mean, I've read a few actors' movie-making memoirs
Basically, it's really good-hearted and charming, as is absolutely appropriate for a book about the making of The Princess Bride. And I'll admit, come the end, when Elwes went from sharing sweet, affectionate memories of the late André the Giant to talking about celebrating the movie's 25th anniversary and how pleased he was that something that was so special to him had become so beloved by so many people... Well, I confess, I might've gotten just the teeniest bit choked up.
And now I really, really want to pop my copy of the movie into the DVD player and watch it again. Because no matter how many times you do it, it's always fun storming the castle.
I wasn't entirely certain about this book at first. I mean, I've read a few actors' movie-making memoirs
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now, and I started out with the feeling that maybe I'd reached the point where they might all start to feel a bit same-y. But Elwes pulled me out of that frame of mind gratifyingly quickly. His enthusiasm for the movie -- he was a big fan of the book even before he was ever approached about playing Westley -- is just so wonderfully sincere and warm, as is his appreciation for everyone he worked with. And he has interesting behind-the-scenes stories to tell, from funny moments to mishaps to some impressively hard challenges. (The sheer amount of training he and Mandy Patinkin had to do for their sword-fighting scene is downright staggering. I had no idea!) He also includes, scattered about, some comments from his costars, and from director Rob Reiner, producer Andy Scheinman, and author William Goldman, all of whose input was interesting to get. Basically, it's really good-hearted and charming, as is absolutely appropriate for a book about the making of The Princess Bride. And I'll admit, come the end, when Elwes went from sharing sweet, affectionate memories of the late André the Giant to talking about celebrating the movie's 25th anniversary and how pleased he was that something that was so special to him had become so beloved by so many people... Well, I confess, I might've gotten just the teeniest bit choked up.
And now I really, really want to pop my copy of the movie into the DVD player and watch it again. Because no matter how many times you do it, it's always fun storming the castle.
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LibraryThing member michaelkelso
Ever since I was a teenager, I've been a fan of 'The Princess Bride'. We had a copy we had bought on VHS (which tells you how long ago that was) and we wore it out. I watched that movie so many times that I had the dialogue memorized. In fact I used to get yelled at for saying the lines before the
That being said, I was always impressed by Cary Elwes performance and somewhat surprised that he didn't become more of a leading man type superstar. He portrayed the perfect swagger for the Westley/Dread Pirate Roberts dual role.
His other roles that I remember were as villians. In Days of Thunder and Twister, he played the bad guy with that same swagger. It was these two movies and the fact that he never seemed to get the big roles that convinced me that the actor carried himself with that same swagger in real life.
Reading this book showed me the error of my ways.
This book carried me away on a journey. Not only the journey of the making of one the greatest movies of all time, but the journey of a young actor struggling inwardly to stay calm in the light of this most improbable of productions.
I found Mr. Elwes to be a most generous storyteller. He paints himself as the young student to the master director. He shows us the kindness and generosity of Andre the Giant. He shows us the camaraderie of the close knit cast, and he isn’t afraid to show his own mistakes.
In fact, the more I read this book, the more I felt like I was reading the diary of someone who was having the best time of his life and had generously invited the rest of us along on the journey.
I highly recommend this book to anyone who has ever seen The Princess Bride. It's more than just a peek behind the scenes. It shows the emotions of the people who came together to complete this most inconceivable movie.
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actors on screen would. To say this is one of my favorite movies is a gross understatement. It ranks in the top five, forever.That being said, I was always impressed by Cary Elwes performance and somewhat surprised that he didn't become more of a leading man type superstar. He portrayed the perfect swagger for the Westley/Dread Pirate Roberts dual role.
His other roles that I remember were as villians. In Days of Thunder and Twister, he played the bad guy with that same swagger. It was these two movies and the fact that he never seemed to get the big roles that convinced me that the actor carried himself with that same swagger in real life.
Reading this book showed me the error of my ways.
This book carried me away on a journey. Not only the journey of the making of one the greatest movies of all time, but the journey of a young actor struggling inwardly to stay calm in the light of this most improbable of productions.
I found Mr. Elwes to be a most generous storyteller. He paints himself as the young student to the master director. He shows us the kindness and generosity of Andre the Giant. He shows us the camaraderie of the close knit cast, and he isn’t afraid to show his own mistakes.
In fact, the more I read this book, the more I felt like I was reading the diary of someone who was having the best time of his life and had generously invited the rest of us along on the journey.
I highly recommend this book to anyone who has ever seen The Princess Bride. It's more than just a peek behind the scenes. It shows the emotions of the people who came together to complete this most inconceivable movie.
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LibraryThing member ashleytylerjohn
I think 2 stars is fair. It was okay. Because of an interest in the film, I basically enjoyed reading it ... but not as much as most other books about films I enjoyed (or didn't!)
What prevented a higher score:
a. bland, serviceable text
b. Elwes' point-of-view predominated, but I got little sense of
c. not much insight into the directorial process, art direction, costume design, anything other than sword-fighting and how he got along with the other actors
d. there were constant sidebars from other actors, all saying either "Cary was lovely" or "this was a dream project and filming was a joy" over and over.
(Note: 5 stars = rare and amazing, 4 = quite good book, 3 = a decent read, 2 = disappointing, 1 = awful, just awful. There are a lot of 4s and 3s in the world!)
What prevented a higher score:
a. bland, serviceable text
b. Elwes' point-of-view predominated, but I got little sense of
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him as a person, and he's the main characterc. not much insight into the directorial process, art direction, costume design, anything other than sword-fighting and how he got along with the other actors
d. there were constant sidebars from other actors, all saying either "Cary was lovely" or "this was a dream project and filming was a joy" over and over.
(Note: 5 stars = rare and amazing, 4 = quite good book, 3 = a decent read, 2 = disappointing, 1 = awful, just awful. There are a lot of 4s and 3s in the world!)
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LibraryThing member auntmarge64
If you loved "The Princess Bride", this is a MUST READ. Cary Elwes (Westley, or, The Man in Black, in the film) shares many stories of the production, mixed in with quotes from other major players (director Rob Reiner, author William Goldman, Mandy Patinkin, Wally Shawn, Billy Crystal and many
Now if you've never seen the film, what on earth are you waiting for? As Leonard Bernstein wrote, "You're depraved on account of you're deprived". And, you've missed a marvelous experience.
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others), and provides a real treat. Whatever the favorite quote with which you pepper your own conversation, be it "Hello, my name is Inigo Montoya, you killed my father, prepare to die!", "Inconceivable!", "Have fun storming the castle!", "He's only mostly dead", or one of the many others which have become mainstream, you will be smiling with delight as you read about Andre the Giant's various adventures, dueling lessons for Cary and Mandy, the final kiss no one wanted to end, and, of course the Greatest Duel of Modern Times. A fart of historic proportions, Andre passed out in a hotel lobby with no one having any idea how to move him, Chris Guest knocking Cary out by hitting him on the head too hard with a sword....well, I could go on and on, but instead, read this. Yes, it's a bit overblown in the constant raves for each person in the production, but you know ... who cares?Now if you've never seen the film, what on earth are you waiting for? As Leonard Bernstein wrote, "You're depraved on account of you're deprived". And, you've missed a marvelous experience.
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LibraryThing member AMQS
So much fun. I love The Princess Bride. It could be my favorite movie, and my family never tires of watching it. This audiobook was like sitting around a table hearing stories about the movie and the cast (or in my case, taking a road trip with Cary Elwes & Co.). As you might expect, the cast had
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just as much fun making the movie as viewers have watching it. They knew it was something special, but wondered how it would fare, given that the movie was deemed unmakaeble and the studio had no idea how to market it. It enjoyed very modest commercial success, but roared back to life as a beloved cult classic with the rise of home theaters and the VHS market. It is now an enduring classic whose creation is loving recounted by Cary Elwes, who plays the hero Westley. The book is essentially a love letter from Mr. Elwes, and if he occasionally ventures into gushing territory, this listener forgave him, as his voice is charming, his words are kind, and his love for the film and all its makers is palpable. Show Less
LibraryThing member ecataldi
LOVED this!! Reading this memoir on the filming of "The Princess Bride" brought back soo many good memories for me. It's definitely one of my all time favorite movies and getting to read about what happened behind the scenes was a real treat. Cary Elwes talks about all the different cast members,
There are also lots of pictures, quotes, and random facts. This book is just adorable. It's perfect for fans of the movie or the original book. Disclaimer, even though I loved it, Cary talked A LOT about himself and had quotes from cast members talking him u. After a while, I was like, "OK, I get it!" This book would be a perfect christmas gift for... like everyone on your list! Inconceivable, I know!
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the director Rob Reiner, the author/ screenwriter and all the different scenes. Learning about the fire swamp scene and the greatest sword fight of all time was definitely intriguing. Four months of training for a three minute sequence!There are also lots of pictures, quotes, and random facts. This book is just adorable. It's perfect for fans of the movie or the original book. Disclaimer, even though I loved it, Cary talked A LOT about himself and had quotes from cast members talking him u. After a while, I was like, "OK, I get it!" This book would be a perfect christmas gift for... like everyone on your list! Inconceivable, I know!
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LibraryThing member Narilka
As You Wish by Cary Elwes is a memoir about his time making The Princess Bride. It gives insight into the film making process, how the movie almost didn't get made, the dedication it took to make the greatest sword fighting scene in history look effortless (all of which was performed by the actors,
I listened to the audio book, which was narrated by the author. Cary's narration is great! He is funnier than I imagined, doing some impersonations of his fellow cast members in spots. Other cast and crew lend their voices to give their thoughts throughout. It was a nice touch. I'm going to have to rewatch the movie soon.
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minus the one part on a high bar) and more. Cary's telling is absolutely charming. You really feel that he and the rest of the cast had a great time making a movie and are humbled by how long the movie has endured. If you've seen the movie and like behind the scenes stuff, this book is definitely worth your time.I listened to the audio book, which was narrated by the author. Cary's narration is great! He is funnier than I imagined, doing some impersonations of his fellow cast members in spots. Other cast and crew lend their voices to give their thoughts throughout. It was a nice touch. I'm going to have to rewatch the movie soon.
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LibraryThing member dreplogle
How many times have you watched the movie "The Princess Bride?" If it's one of your favorites you're going to love this book by Cary Elwes who plays Westley, the romantic hero. This year is the 25th anniversary of the movie release, and Elwes' book recounts the development and filming of the
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project. There are numerous interviews with the actors involved, and with the director Rob Reiner. This is a fairly quick read, but it still makes you feel like you want to have been on the set. Fascinating and entertaining. After reading it, go to Youtube and check out some of the outtakes and interviews. Show Less
LibraryThing member csayban
There is a timeless beauty to the movie The Princess Bride that has allowed it to not only endure, but become something much more than a movie - it has become a master work of art. If you have ever wondered how it is that something that seems so simple now came into being, the Cary Elwes guided
Like the movie, As You Wish is not garish. There are no drunken brawls, squabbling actors or egomaniac directors to spill the beans. Instead, Elwes gives us a clever peek into the past. Filled with humor, friendship and heart, As You Wish really is a perfect companion piece to the movie. Filled with anecdotes from the actors and directors, it fills in the blanks of the challenges of making the perfect fairy-tale.
As You Wish will make you go out and watch the movie again and again, but you will never look at it quite the same way once you know its beautiful backstory. I don't think I have ever read a non-fiction account with more heart than this.
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tour - As You Wish will give you exactly what you are looking for.Like the movie, As You Wish is not garish. There are no drunken brawls, squabbling actors or egomaniac directors to spill the beans. Instead, Elwes gives us a clever peek into the past. Filled with humor, friendship and heart, As You Wish really is a perfect companion piece to the movie. Filled with anecdotes from the actors and directors, it fills in the blanks of the challenges of making the perfect fairy-tale.
As You Wish will make you go out and watch the movie again and again, but you will never look at it quite the same way once you know its beautiful backstory. I don't think I have ever read a non-fiction account with more heart than this.
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LibraryThing member bell7
Cary Elwes - who, should you not be familiar with The Princess Bride played the male lead character Westley - recounts his memories of acting in that iconic movie, which for some time was notorious for being the screenplay no one could adapt to screen. In 1986, the stars apparently aligned and Rob
If you're a huge fan of the movie, as I am (and, honestly, if you weren't why would you want to read this book in the first place?), you'll be able to overlook the flaws in the book. The tone is overly conversational including several sentence fragments and bordering on the repetitive, including phrases like "but more on that later" and Elwes constantly repeating how blessed he was. I also had some slight issues with the e-book formatting that I assume will be taken care of in the finished product (and, of course, the book format). But his recollections are entertaining and gave me a new appreciation for the film(why yes, I am now going to look for the scene in which he sits a certain way because of a broken toe) . I also really enjoyed the insets with recollections from others involved in the film, including Rob Reiner, Robin Wright, Billy Crystal and more. Enthusiastically recommended for any fan of the movie.
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Reiner, also known for the This is Spinal Tap mockumentary, took on directing the movie. Cary recounts his jitters as a young actor, meeting the cast, mishaps on set, the major work that went into making the sword fight all it could be, and more.If you're a huge fan of the movie, as I am (and, honestly, if you weren't why would you want to read this book in the first place?), you'll be able to overlook the flaws in the book. The tone is overly conversational including several sentence fragments and bordering on the repetitive, including phrases like "but more on that later" and Elwes constantly repeating how blessed he was. I also had some slight issues with the e-book formatting that I assume will be taken care of in the finished product (and, of course, the book format). But his recollections are entertaining and gave me a new appreciation for the film
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LibraryThing member jen.e.moore
It's not Great Literature, but it is a lot of fun reading stories about other people loving one of your favorite things as much as you do, even (especially?) from the people who made it happen in the first place.
LibraryThing member mamzel
Be warned, if you love the movie, The Princess Bride, you may not want to read this book as it may give you memories and images that would interfere in your pure enjoyment of the movie. However, if you enjoy movie trivia and the backstory of how a movie came to be, then this book is for you.
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Because you get insight into what must have been one of the most wonderfully fun jobs in which anyone can possible take part. Cary Elwes was young and relatively inexperienced when he was selected to be the lead in a fantasy, adventure, humorous movie starring a group of the best comics of the 80s. Full of laughter and tears. Show Less
LibraryThing member seongeona
As sweet as I hoped and wished it would be. A heartwarming story about how The Princess Bride movie came to be. I laughed and even shed some tears. I love TPB even more now knowing little details and feel compelled to rewatch it over and over, as well as reread the book. Much too short, however. I
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would have loved it to be about 3 times longer. Show Less
LibraryThing member dcoward
A must read for fans of the Princess Bride. A fun and tender look at the making of the movie.
LibraryThing member RidgewayGirl
How much fun is this? Cary Elwes writes a book about the making of The Princess Bride in which he reveals that it was all as much fun as it looks on screen and everybody joked around and liked each other and are all still friendly? There's not a lot of substance to As You Wish: Inconceivable Tales
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from the Making of The Princess Bride, but if you liked the movie, and especially if you can quote lines of dialogue in your head, then you'll enjoy this fun book. Show Less
LibraryThing member Judiex
I have never seen “The Princess Bride” but after hearing my husband laughing harder than I’ve ever heard him before, I decided I had to read AS YOU WISH by Cary Elwes who played Westley in the movie.
AS YOU WISH is Elwes detailed recollection of the four-month making of the movie with side
The story includes information about all the main actors, including their previous works but focuses on what they did to prepare for the film (e.g., learning how to sword fight the way people did in the actual time period portrayed) and how well the cast members became a close-knit team. It tells how much alcohol Andre the Giant would drink in an evening (a forty-ounce pitcher was equal to a glass of beer for him) without any ill effects, usually. The one time he passed out in a hotel lobby is truly funny.
AS YOU WISH provides details of many of the best-known scenes and characters including fires, The Greatest Sword Fight in Modern Times, playing mostly dead, and storming the castle.
While audiences loved the movie, it didn’t do very well at the box office primarily because the movie company had no idea how to promote it and therefore did very little advertising. It was only when it became available for home viewing that it became a cult favorite.
I would have appreciated more in the description the people involved in the film. Without names, he described almost everyone the same way and with the same words.
While I think there was too much “resume dropping” and some repetition, I know that when I see the movie, I’ll appreciate it a lot more than I otherwise would have. For those familiar with “The Princess Bride,” AS YOU WISH will make your memories of the movie even more enjoyable.
AS YOU WISH is Elwes detailed recollection of the four-month making of the movie with side
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comments by many of the people involved in the process. It begins with the call from his agent telling him that Rob Reiner was interested in having him play the role. Elwes could not believe his luck since he loved the book and had a somewhat slim resume. But Reiner had seen one of his movies and thought he fit the part.The story includes information about all the main actors, including their previous works but focuses on what they did to prepare for the film (e.g., learning how to sword fight the way people did in the actual time period portrayed) and how well the cast members became a close-knit team. It tells how much alcohol Andre the Giant would drink in an evening (a forty-ounce pitcher was equal to a glass of beer for him) without any ill effects, usually. The one time he passed out in a hotel lobby is truly funny.
AS YOU WISH provides details of many of the best-known scenes and characters including fires, The Greatest Sword Fight in Modern Times, playing mostly dead, and storming the castle.
While audiences loved the movie, it didn’t do very well at the box office primarily because the movie company had no idea how to promote it and therefore did very little advertising. It was only when it became available for home viewing that it became a cult favorite.
I would have appreciated more in the description the people involved in the film. Without names, he described almost everyone the same way and with the same words.
While I think there was too much “resume dropping” and some repetition, I know that when I see the movie, I’ll appreciate it a lot more than I otherwise would have. For those familiar with “The Princess Bride,” AS YOU WISH will make your memories of the movie even more enjoyable.
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LibraryThing member bookwormteri
As a huge fan of The Princess Bride I enjoyed this book. There isn't a lot of gossip (apparently everyone got along really well). But there is behind the scenes stuff that is fun to know for a trivia buff or pop culture fan. Fun little tidbits (imagine drinking with Andre the Giant) that are just
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neat to know. A should read for anyone who loves this movie. Show Less
LibraryThing member silentq
I bought this book along with a ticket to see Elwes do a reading and Q&A. He's utterly charming in person and it comes through in the book as well. I would say that this is a good book for big fans of the movie, but otherwise, skip it. :-) Lots of anecdotes about making the movie, and it gave me
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some things to watch for on my next viewing. It has lots of snippets from the other actors, the director, the producers, and William Goldman, their personalities also shine through. It's also a bit of a memorial for Andre the Giant. I don't think there was a single negative thing in there, it's pretty much a love fest. Show Less
LibraryThing member librisissimo
Substance: The story of the making of a great classic film, told by the lead, "Westley" Cary Elwes. Lots of background and anecdotes. Shows what went into the movie-making and why it was (eventually) a generational favorite.
Style: Organization probably due to the co-author, but Elwes did a lot of
Style: Organization probably due to the co-author, but Elwes did a lot of
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the research to get names and dates right, and his "voice" shows throughout. Compulsive read. Show Less
LibraryThing member simchaboston
Essential reading for any fan of romance/comedy/adventure classic. Elwes' memoir takes you through all the stages of preproduction, shooting, and unexpected popularity for "The Princess Bride", focusing mainly on his perspective as a then-unknown actor who is continually thanking his lucky stars to
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be part of such a fascinating movie. This attitude of humility and gratitude is echoed by the various other participants he has solicited memories from, and sometimes the mutual admiration society of Elwes, writer William Goldman, director Rob Reiner, and fellow actors Billy Crystal, Mandy Patinkin, Robin Wright, etc. gets to be a bit much. However, this is far outweighed by all the wonderful behind-the-scenes details, told with much humor and insight by someone who sincerely enjoyed shooting the best swordfight and the best kiss of all time. I look forward to buying my own copy so I can first read it out loud to my wife, and then watch the movie with the book in hand -- almost as good as having Elwes and company by my side providing a commentary track. Show Less
LibraryThing member karieh
I loved reading this book. I loved knowing the behind the scenes stories of what went into the making of a movie that has gotten better over time. “The Princess Bride” is a near universal favorite movie – for many reasons…but most of all – because it has love at the center of it.
The
“The film is indeed magical. It makes you feel many different things upon every viewing. As Billy Crystal has said, it makes you feel good. It makes you miss your childhood. It makes you want to have someone read stories to you again. It makes you want to kiss your sweetheart, fight a duel, or ride a white horse into the sunset…all in the name of love. In short, it’s the perfect fairy tale.”
Cary Elwes shows us that the magic of this story is not only that which appears on the screen – but with the actors, on the sets, in the words of William Goldman, in the vision of Rob Reiner. This book was fascinating and funny – and can lead the reader to only one conclusion. “I need to watch it again!”
And with these anecdotes in mind – that next viewing will be all the more special.
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childlike wonder that the viewer experiences as the tale of Westley and Buttercup unfolds – replete with giants and swordfights and castles…never fades even upon repeated viewings. If anything – it grows.“The film is indeed magical. It makes you feel many different things upon every viewing. As Billy Crystal has said, it makes you feel good. It makes you miss your childhood. It makes you want to have someone read stories to you again. It makes you want to kiss your sweetheart, fight a duel, or ride a white horse into the sunset…all in the name of love. In short, it’s the perfect fairy tale.”
Cary Elwes shows us that the magic of this story is not only that which appears on the screen – but with the actors, on the sets, in the words of William Goldman, in the vision of Rob Reiner. This book was fascinating and funny – and can lead the reader to only one conclusion. “I need to watch it again!”
And with these anecdotes in mind – that next viewing will be all the more special.
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LibraryThing member kaylaraeintheway
This memoir about the making of The Princess Bride (one of my favorite movies) made me really happy. Seriously, I think I had a loopy grin on my face the whole time, mainly because Cary Elwes (Westley in the movie) writes about his experiences and the movie with so much love and admiration for
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those involved. Did I know many of the stories he recounted already? Yes. Were things a little repetitive at times? Yes. But man, did this book make me feel great (especially all of the touching stories about Andre the Giant - what a remarkably kind soul). I devoured this book in less than a day (it's a pretty easy read), and this happy book is just what I needed after a difficult and draining couple of weeks, and a reading slump. If you're looking for a book about juicy Hollywood secrets and stories of terrible actor behavior, this isn't for you. However, if you want a story about a sweet little movie that captured the hearts of millions and the genuinely kind people who made it, then this is the golden ticket. Show Less
LibraryThing member bookappeal
Elwes recounts his experiences making the often-rejected film adaptation of William Goldman's THE PRINCESS BRIDE. Even those who are not line-quoting fans of the film will enjoy his accounts of Rob Reiner's lovable personality and unique directing style, the sweat that Elwes and Mandy Patinkin put
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into "the greatest sword fight in modern times", Andre the Giant's gentle nature, and Billy Crystal's side-splitting improv. At the time of release, FOX utterly failed at appropriate marketing and reception of the film was disappointing. But, with the emergence of VHS, The Princess Bride grew into a cult classic, claiming the likes of Pope Paul II and Bill and Chelsea Clinton as fans. Elwes' genuine gratitude at being a part of the experience shines through clearly and helps explain why the film has lasted - it was made with a lot of heart. Show Less
LibraryThing member CinderH
I'll keep this short and sweet. If you are a fan of the movie you will be a fan of this book. The behind the scenes stories are great and give you insight into the filming. You may never look at some scenes the same again though!
Language
Original language
English
Original publication date
2014-10-14
Physical description
198 x 130 inches
ISBN
1501161903 / 9781501161902