Andre the Giant figures largely into this tale, as he did in life, not only because of the enormous size of his body but also his heart. Some of the best parts of the memoir, not surprisingly, centered around Elwes’ interactions with his colorful co-stars. First, the play then the applause, but, that’s just my opinion. This high praise, some may argue, is well deserved, but I thought that it might have fit better in the flow of the tale as an afterword. Rob Reiner wrote and narrated the foreward and it is sugary sweet in its praise of the author, the movie, and everything to do with either. At first, as I said, I was afraid that I was going to be bored to tears. Though it starts out a bit self-congratulatory in tone, throwing around words like “timeless”, “modern classic”, and “once-in-a-lifetime experience”, As You Wish is ultimately, like The Princess Bride, a very sweet and and enjoyable memoir about the events behind the making of the film. I can’t recommend it enough and if you’re already a fan of the movie, I’m sure that you’ll love it even more. It’s really not that easy to find a book that works for all three of us, but this was an absolute hit. I was traveling with my daughter and husband, and we were all entertained by Elwes’ memories of the making of the film. Before I start my review, I want to mention that As You Wish is the perfect audiobook for a road trip between St. 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.Full title: As You Wish: Inconceivable Tales from the Making of The Princess Bride. 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. 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.Ĭary 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. The Princess Bride has been a family favorite for close to three decades. From actor Cary Elwes, who played the iconic role of Westley in The Princess Bride, comes a first-person account and behind-the-scenes look at 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.

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