Is THE PRINCESS BRIDE (1987) the best movie of all time?

[@tarascholfield5887]

Btw, Fezzini is the same actor who plays the Grand Nagus on Ds9! Hollywood wants to make a film like this but cant capture that lightning in a bottle again. Also the guy who plays humperdink was on ds9 he was the other gambler dude who brought those dome devices and competed with quark.

[@ashleighmodglin]

U mean Vizzini?

[@44excalibur]

The Grandfather isn't Wesley. The Grandfather told his grandson that whenever Wesley told Buttercup "as you wish" he was really saying, "I love you," and that's what the grandfather was actually telling his grandson at the end.

[@zenonorth1193]

This moment always brings a tear to my eye.

[@firebird7479]

Peter Falk as the grandfather. Falk is an icon, best known for his title role as the rumpled detective, "Columbo".

[@waterbeauty85]

I think he would really enjoy "Columbo."

[@firebird7479]

@@waterbeauty85 If he thinks, "You killed my father, prepare to die" is iconic, wait until he hears, "Oh, uh, just one more thing..."

[@cjpolett2055]

This is the anti-fairy tale: Prince Charming is the villain, the pirate is the hero, the giant is gentle, and the cathartic revenge arc is given to a henchmen who was dispatched in the first fight scene.

[@miguelvelez7221]

Dang... Honestly never seen it from that angle but it checks out.

[@michaelminch5490]

Daaaaaaang.....

[@lesliedaubert1411]

The movie was based on a book, " The Princess Bride ". The author couldn't think what to title it. One of his daughters said it's about a princess ,his other daughter said it's about a bride. So the title was made. The author of it was on set during filming and when the fire spirt first happened in the fire swamp he accidentally screamed. They had to film that small bit over. Mandy Patinkin and Cary Elwes trained for the sword fighting scene. The only stunt doubles were when they did the acrobatic part. The rest was done by the actors.

[@justwondering5651]

They didn't just train. They trained for months under the tutelage of an expert swords man. It has been said that the sword fight is one of the best ever put to film.

[@BillinHungary]

@@justwondering5651 And it is the longest filmed sword fight in which no stunt men were done for the actual swordplay. This allowed the director t to use a lot of close-up shots of the actors during the fight. The expert was Bob Anderson who had trained the likes of Errol Flynn.

[@gggooding]

Thing about the music - its *very* simplistic, oddly so. This is because its _intended_ to sound like the old-school video-game music from the opening...ie the film is from Savage's (the kid) perspective and _that's_ what he would hear as he imagined the story. And also Wallace Shawn (Inconceivable!) is the Grand Nagus in DS9.

[@RolyPolyOllieReactions]

How did I not recognize the Grand Nagus!!!??

[@thedsr3578]

​@@RolyPolyOllieReactionsYou are best! Love from Sweden 🇸🇪

[@lucieudem]

The actor that played Inigo (Mandy Patinkin) lost his father a few days before filming this scene... This is why the I want my father back is so real :(

[@torikazuki8701]

One of the funniest things in my life came about because of this movie (Which I had the honor of seeing opening night.)- Back in 1993 a Buddy of mine was getting married and he wanted me to be his Best Man. When the time came to give my speech, I USED 'The Impressive Clergyman's' Voice and dialogue to open it up. The People who were familiar with the film (Which Included the Bride & Groom, otherwise I would never have used it) burst out into hysterical laughter. It was a great moment. But it gets better. In February 1997, I was engaged to the Best Friend of a Good Female friend of mine who was getting married. My Fiancee' was to give her Maid of Honor Speech, and without ever having told anyone, without US ever discussing it, she used the EXACT SAME speech. Oh, Lordy. I laughed so hard I nearly passed out. Sadly, by November of 1997, our relationship crumbled in a catastrophically Wagnerian manner. My heart was smashed and it took years to recover.

[@nickstark8640]

Great response man. Not sure if you noticed but this film was Directed by Rob Reiner the same guy as When Harry Met Sally. And yes, that was the same actor that played Harry in that scene. Did you happen to notice the actor who played the Vampire in Fright Night was the same as Humperdink.

[@miguelvelez7221]

Sarandon never rose to the prominent position in films his talent and charisma should have given him. He is iconic in both FRIGHT NIGHT and here in TPB.

[@FailedBard]

@@miguelvelez7221 I was on IMDB looking up the name of The Resurrected, which he's brilliant in the double role of he Case of Charles Dexter Ward adaption, and saw he's also the voice of Jack Skellington. He's good in everything he's in, and a good looking guy. It is strange that he never got more famous.

[@miguelvelez7221]

Glad most new viewers on YT end up loving this film on most first watches. It's a gem, lightning in a bottle that is both being dry, and satirical while also delivering legitimate deep emotional moments and fantasy based action sequences as would be in a less tongue in cheek adventure. A film that is also a fantasy romance adventure that needs WAY more love than something iconic in the culture like The Princess Bride is the Richard Donner (Superman/Goonies/Lethal Weapon) directed LADYHAWKE. Swords, sorcery, knights, maidens and Michelle Pfeiffer and Matthew Broderick too boot! It's an ACTUAL cult movie, which means it's unlikely to win a poll but believe me it's a fun fantasy film from the 80's.

[@turlough47]

Yes! I'm so glad you brought up Ladyhawke, as it's always been a favorite of mine in the fantasy genre, has so many wonderful dramatic and comedic moments, a superb cast (Rutger Hauer, Michelle Pfeiffer, Matthew Broderick, Leo McKern, John Wood), gorgeous cinematography, and an incredible music score 👍

[@randallwong7196]

"Have fun stormin' the castle!" is a top 300 movie line.

[@bobbuethe1477]

My wife and I often say it to each other when we leave for work in the morning. 😊

[@bookwoman53]

The movie is so quotable.

[@kennethspears22]

Trivia The inconceivable guy is Grand Negus Zek from Deep Space 9.

[@kennethspears22]

Oh Humperdink is Martus the con man from ds9.

[@MrTbk1701]

@@kennethspears22Humperdink is also the speaking voice for Jack the Pumpkin King in The Nightmare Before Christmas.

[@antimatterexplodes4014]

​@@MrTbk1701now that I didn't know

[@highstimulation2497]

he is?!

[@BillinHungary]

Wallace Shawn had such a hard time with all of the makeup required for the Grand Nagus, that he decided to only be available again after 6 months, because it took him that long to forget how horrible it was!

[@wrorchestra1]

According to Arnold Schwarzeneggar, André the Giant once picked him up like a child and put him on top of a cupboard to stop him from paying for dinner!

[@MoominDoogie]

Ha, true! I just saw that interview yesterday. Arnie looks tiny next to Andre 😂😂😂

[@Dreamfox-df6bg]

Who else could carry Arnold on his back? When did that happen? In Conan the Destroyer. Andre was the monster in the end fight.

[@HuntingViolets]

There was a singer who used the stage name Engelbert Humperdinck (who took his name from the composer), so perhaps that is the inspiration for this name. Chris Sarandon, whom you've previously seen as the vampire in _Fright Night,_ plays the prince here.

[@tomlee-hynes4171]

I'd recommend This is Spinal Tap, also directed by Rob Reiner.

[@melenatorr]

With Christopher Guest (Rugen) as Nigel!

[@larry6360]

I can't hear " inconceivable" anymore without hearing him say it as The Grand Nagus. Both are great roles, but The Nagus on DS9 is pretty iconic as well. ✌️

[@vapors4villains]

I love when you point out Huxley is watching with you, what a good girl. Thanks for sharing with us!

[@davehelms1398]

Billy Crystal was Harry as well as the wizard, 80's star.

[@sean-ew2qv]

Mime is money.

[@kathleenmayhorne3183]

Robin wright went on to do Forrest Gump. Cary Elwes, did Ella Enchanted and Robn Hood - Men in Tights. From Mel Brooks. Music from Marc Knofler, of Dire Straits. The actors spent 6 months learning fencing, from 2 masters, they kept going in filming breaks. Only the loop on the bar, was a stunt double. The sworplay was all real.

[@bobbuethe1477]

Cary Elwes was also in "Comic Book Villains," a peculiar little dark comedy about two rival comic shop owners each trying to get their hands on a valuable collection.

[@christinahilt2978]

Shawn Wallace (Fezzini) is currently in the TV show “Young Sheldon.”

[@michaelminch5490]

"Why is it called the Fire Swamp?" Two seconds later >foomph< "Oh."

[@HuntingViolets]

Definitely agree that _The Court Jester_ is an influence on this movie and worth watching.

[@randyparker2134]

Lord Farquaad was specifically modeled after Prince Humperdink.

[@michaelminch5490]

"Lord F*ckwad"

[@kuribayashi84]

RIP André (the Giant) René Roussimoff [1946-1993]

[@torikazuki8701]

Oh, also when Andre was interviewed about being in this film, he said it was a tremendous honor & one of the most important things he did in his life.

[@auntvesuvi3872]

Thank you, Oliver (and Huxley)! 📖 So much credit goes to the great human being and director Rob Reiner.

[@JKM395]

Endlessly quotable. Endlessly rewatchable. This is one of the best films ever made. If you watch this and walk away in a bad mood, you need some help. And the book is just as good. I read it to all of my kids when they were sick. It's a simple, timeless, story.

[@majkus]

You might enjoy the 1955 Danny Kaye musical comedy, 'The Court Jester', which has plenty of fun with the swashbuckler genre.

[@miguelvelez7221]

Oh yes, a great companion piece with many similarities. Danny Kaye was the Jim Carrey of his age and COURT JESTER is the film that he DOMINATES.

[@ninjabluefyre3815]

I'll recommend Court Jester as well as Arsenic and Old Lace to every reactor ever.

[@david4883]

I LOVE that you just invented a new genre of movies. The “randomly good movie.” Because in a way, we all know exactly what you meant by that. On paper, it has no business being as good and as engrossing as it is. Just shows you that heart and charm go a LONG way when it comes to movies. Great reaction dude.

[@auntvesuvi3872]

Be sure to catch Mandy Patinkin in YENTL (1983). It's excellent, he's excellent.

[@izzonj]

I consider this a perfect movie for the way it wittily combines adventure, fantasy, romance and comedy. How did the writers do it? William Goldman was one of the greatest screenwriters of all time! He wrote this and the book it was based on (S Mortensen was a pseudonym)

[@michaelminch5490]

"Why is everything great in this movie?" Because it's perfect, that's why. Cary Elwes said so..."There's a shortage of perfect movies in this world. 'Twould be a pity to damage this one."

[@michaelminch5490]

During The Plague, someone in Hollywood thought it would be a good idea to remake this movie. There was a general outcry against the idea online, and Carey Elwes (Westley) himself chimed in with "There are few perfect movies in this world. It would be a shame to ruin this one." The idea was dropped shortly thereafter.

[@lillyf973]

The actor who played Inigo Montoya had actually lost his father in real life to cancer so this part clearly meant a lot to him, like Count Rugen was the cancer

[@jonm3427]

"Inconceivable guy" How did you not recognize the Negus without his makeup?

[@christinahilt2978]

Cary Elwes was really good in the movie “Robin Hood: Men In Tights.”

[@rxtsec1]

That was Billy Crystal from when Harry met Sally. Also the same director. He also did Misery, Stand by me & A few good men

[@bobbuethe1477]

And my favorite Billy Crystal movie, "Analyze This," in which he plays a mobster's psychiatrist.

[@privateer9181]

“Tulaberries Quark…..tulaberries”

[@FailedBard]

Manky Patinkin and Cary Elwes did all the swordplay themselves in their fight. The only stunt doubles used were for the flips.

[@Ididnotwanttojoin]

Why do people think the grandfather is Westley? That is so weird. The story is clearly fantasy and even if it did exist in the real world, Grandfather would have to be, like hundreds of years old. He is just saying "I love you."

[@artbagley1406]

Those viewers who equate Grandfather with Westley simply aren't as "cine-literate" as others. It is a bit off-base as there are very few other "clues" to lead one to that conclusion. As you said, Grandfather is a loving grandfather.

[@BigGator5]

❤ "As you wish." ❤ Fun Fact: Was shot on a budget of $16 Million. Action Star Fact: Cary Elwes and Mandy Patinkin performed all of their own sword-fighting after many hours of training. According to Rob Reiner, the only stunt performed by Elwes' stunt double was one flip during the "Chatty Duelists" scene. Historical Fact: There really was a "Dread Pirate Roberts" in real life. His name was Bartholomew Roberts, also known as Black Bart, who operated in the Caribbean in the early 18th century. He is reckoned by many to have been the most successful pirate of all time. Gentle Giant Fact: Despite his character Fezzik's almost-superhuman strength, André René Roussimoff's back problems at the time prevented him from actually lifting anything heavy. Robin Wright had to be attached to wires in the scene where Buttercup jumps from the castle window into Fezzik's arms because he couldn't support her himself.

[@rkarschner]

Folks have pointed out Wallace Shaw as Vizzini, but Christopher Sarandon was also the El Aurian, Martus, in the second season ep Rivals.

[@miguelvelez7221]

Sarandon should have been in Trek more. He's on that Jeffery Combs "always good" level.

[@Ididnotwanttojoin]

Shawn

[@HuntingViolets]

@@Ididnotwanttojoin They might have meant Sarandon, as other comments say he was on there too.

[@Ididnotwanttojoin]

.@@HuntingViolets What? I am just saying it's Wallace Shawn, not Shaw

[@DelGuy03]

There weren't any fencing doubles. The actors learned how to fence, both right-handed and left-handed. (They did have stunt doubles for the gymnastic leaps, but not the fencing.)

[@robertcringle4865]

Great movie, well written, fantastic cast, perfect direction. Music by Mark Knopfler.

[@adamsnavely4193]

The word “Iconic” is over used to describe something. It absolutely applies to The Princess Bride. There is not a single thing I don’t like. Everything came together just right. I absolutely recommend you check out the book. I’ve read it multiple times. It helps that the author wrote the screenplay for the movie.

[@ruth2141]

I highly recommend the book this is based on, The Princess Bride, by William Goldman, who also wrote the screenplay for this and several other good movies. There are lots more great lines in the book.

[@TBKOTOROB]

You brought your dogge!!!😊😊😊

[@StoryMing]

Yes, I suspect that Prince Humperdinck was probably a major inspiration for Lord Farquad.

[@Fast_Eddy_Magic]

The prince didn't marry her, be married Buttercwup. 😎

[@Doglover79586]

Also, you should check out legend from 1986 with Tom Cruise

[@leannerose6181]

Theatrical or extended version?🤔

[@Doglover79586]

@@leannerose6181 didn’t expect to be the movie theatre version I like the music better in the original version

[@leannerose6181]

@@Doglover79586 both soundtracks are excellent 😎

[@iangrant3615]

@@leannerose6181 I think theatrical is nicer personally, as I do like the 80s style music (even if the director doesn't!).

[@salemredding563]

Miracle Max was Billy Crystal from When Harry Met Sally.

[@miguelvelez7221]

YES. I honestly think it's simple but it plays with expectations.

[@elizabethstrong6057]

Did you know Wesley was in the first Saw movie? The doctor.

[@StoryOfUsFinalDraft]

I work for Amazon and workers still wearing mask now I feel the cool look has to do with it cause people pretend they're villains also some girls have told me they wear mask still cause they are insecure of their mouth area after being hidden months. Which I feel lots people probably feel that way too.

[@StoryOfUsFinalDraft]

Is King HumpHerAllDay the same vampire Mr. Vincent Price kills?

[@HuntingViolets]

If you mean Mr. Peter Vincent, then yes.

[@richardzinns5676]

If you like great swordfights and wonderful comedy, try The Three Musketeers (1973, released in America 1974) and The Four Musketeers (1974, released in America 1975). These were originally intended to be a single movie, but there was so much material that the filmmakers simply decided to cut the movie into two halves and release them as separate movies. Nevertheless, the two films need to be seen together and appreciated as a single work of art; just think of the break between the two as an intermission, which I'm sure there would have been if the two parts had been released together as one movie as originally intended. There are some serious dramatic sections, which are important and very well done, but comedy predominates. It's impossible to recommend this pair highly enough.

[@oaf-77]

There are very few perfect movies, this is one of them.

[@madisonsicca25]

“Inconceivable”😂

[@Lunarbob19]

I wouldn't call them friends or random with climbing the rope. It was honor pure and simple. No dirty trick or move, just settle things pure skill and respect their opponent. Literally everyone makes that covid mask joke, I don't think I've seen a single reactor not pluck that low hanging fruit ever since the pandemic hit.

[@DopeyDalek]

I think you like a good James Horner soundtrack. Try: Krull

[@themotleycollector]

I don't know if you've reviewed it on the channel, but Rob Reiner also did Stand By Me, an adaptation of a Stephen King short story. Starring Wil Wheaton (whom you may know as Wesley Crusher), River Phoenix (young Indiana Jones), Corey Feldman (The Lost Boys), Jerry O'Connell, and Kiefer Sutherland. Highly recommended!

[@RolyPolyOllieReactions]

I did react to Stand By Me already and loved it!

[@joseiregui9069]

Great movie. Thanks Ollie.

[@juliell2139]

Your right, Miracle Max is Billy Crystal

[@iangrant3615]

You may like Robin Hood: Men in Tights, if you haven't seen it. It isn't nearly as good. But it has a similar kind of silly sense of humour.

[@Raven5150]

Im in shock most reactors when the trio is first shown they always high light Andre the giant, but you identified fezinni and indigo the characters not the actors you win the internet

[@andrewgrossman4982]

THIS IS YOUR FIRST TIME WATCHING?!?! Ok. Gonna see your reaction right now…

[@robsambosky6444]

GREETINGS EARTH GUY: The book is a great read. The author William Goldsmith (sp?) has screen written many big films. You'll enjoy it even after having seen the film.

[@artbagley1406]

William GoldMAN wrote "The Princess Bride." In his career, he also wrote the Oscar-winning scripts for "Butch Cassidy & The Sundance Kid," and "All the President's Men." Other respected and revered projects Goldman worked on include "The Stepford Wives" (1974 original), "Marathon Man" (1976) starring Dustin Hoffman and Sir Laurence Olivier), the World War 2 film "A Bridge Too Far"(1977), and "Misery" (1990), among others.

[@leannerose6181]

Also,best character is dream unibrow lady: BOOOOOO!!!!!!!!🤣

[@georgechristianjr]

My moms fav movie , 😂1 thats not Keanu Reeves , Its a cult classic

[@Doglover79586]

One of my favourites growing up

[@empirejeff]

You are excited to watch a good movie 😊

[@pricemoore2022]

Awesome reaction of my favorite movie!!!!😊😊😊😊

[@leannerose6181]

*annoyed look* is this a kissing book? 😂🤣🤣

[@goldenageofdinosaurs7192]

THE CLIFFS OF INSANITY!!!

[@steviekeane]

Fred savage.

[@Doglover79586]

Have you ever watched the labyrinth?

[@Wishes890]

Do The Magnificent Seven 1960 release, not the remake.

[@artbagley1406]

If you wish to watch the ORIGINAL, watch "7 Samurai." Then the 1960 release of "The Magnificent Seven," and then even the 2016 remake of the same title.

[@terminator2judgmentday30th4]

The best movie of all time? I don't think so but it's a 80's classic

[@thomashobbes8786]

Quite possibly.

[@highstimulation2497]

ya know... you've seen mr. Inconceivable before. recently, even.

[@highstimulation2497]

sounds like Harry? you don't say...

[@highstimulation2497]

what's Riz? asking for a friend.

[@RolyPolyOllieReactions]

Rizz is like charisma and the ability to charm someone

[@michealoceallaigh4716]

Cliffs of Insanity aka the Cliffs of Moher, extra fingers/toes is called polydactyl, Prince Humperdinck was married to Susan Sarandon, Count Rugen's younger brother was in "Wrath of Khan", finally Huxley is brilliant, Slán!

[@dmkgenuine]

Most of this was filmed in Derbyshire, England. I have been to most, and even played out the iokane powder scene, it’s on private land so I had to be quick.

[@BillinHungary]

Vizzini is played by Wallace Shawn, who also plays Grand Negus Zek on DS9. Miracle Max is played by Billy Crystal who was of course quite young and made up to look old. The MLT (Mutton Lettuce and Tomato) sandwich was ad-libbed by Chrystal along with other of his lines. Turns out that the only injury on the set was in the Miracle Max scene, where Rob Reiner strained a ligament in his rib cage, trying not to laugh in the middle of a take!

[@artbagley1406]

A hearty recommendation to find/obtain a copy of "As You Wish: Inconceivable Tales from the Making of 'The Princess Bride' " by Cary Elwes, the actor who portrays Westley and The Man in Black. Lots of behind-the-scenes stories of fun, dedication, friendships, and movie-making. Truth is, there were several injuries in the making of "TPB" and they were much more serious than the director's ribcage problem.

[@BillinHungary]

@@artbagley1406 I stand corrected!