An overrated, under-acted farce

Rating: Null/10 (18 June 2001)

Ask anyone who saw the Princess' Bride if they liked it 10 yrs ago and they will undoubtedly say "Yes". However, this is one of the most overrated films of all time. The Princess' Bride combines corny slapstick humor with the moronic acting of a young, mask wearing, Cary Elwes. Fred Savage also makes an appearance as a young kid (big surprise). Add a poor script and some horrible special effects, and you have 2 hours of shmaltzy, low level, movie making. I tried to watch the Princess' Bride 3 times to appreciate its offerings. All 3 times I have turned the VCR off in disgust.
My advice to anyone who has seen the movie, continue appreciating what has become somewhat of a cult classic. To anyone who hasn't seen it, skip this slow moving, uninspired piece of drivel.