Lots of fun

Rating: 7/10 (17 October 2007)

I had not read the book and had heard mixed reviews of the film. Firstly I have to say that it isn't perfect and the ending was not great but generally the film was a lot of fun and I had a a smile on my face all the way through. The acting was fine with enjoyable performances from the princes and especially Robert De Niro and his men who were the funniest characters in the film (I wish the crew had more air time). Matthew Vaughn directs well but the cinematography is not nearly as interesting as in Layer Cake and occasionally the extreme wide shots overwhelm the film. The soundtrack is enjoyable and suits the tale though is quite forgettable. Overall a fun film though not quite in the league of the The Princess Bride