Fantastic

Rating: 10/10 (24 August 2006)

Some forms of fantasy are pure escapism. Other forms use magic and myth to promote social consciousness. And then there's The Princess Bride, a film and book that exists in a class all its own. This is my favourite film of all time. Really, what more could you want: pirates, sword fights, giants & true love!! From the Cliffs of Insanity through the Fire Swamp and down into the pit of despair, this incredible journey and brilliant tale is peppered with strange beasties monstrous and gentle, and surprises both terrible and sublime. And it's really funny! I have watched this film over and over again since I was a child and could never get bored of it.