Beautiful. The Beginning of Everything.

Rating: 8/10 (28 September 2019)

"I've heard so much about this movie with references in pop culture and more than one mentions of how it was the best screenplay ever made, and while it is never good to go into a movie overhyped, it definitely delivered.
This movie contained everything. Action, comedy, drama, suspense, plot twists, deceit, and most of all, true love.
Overall, it is just a beautiful movie.
It is a shame I was not old enough to see this movie when it came out to realize that the pacing and style was intentional. I thought it was simply a relic of the times. Now that I know I can appreciate the added layer of parody and the genius of the balance between parody and tribute.
The whimsical fairy tale mood takes us along on a heartwarming journey that has us root for the heroes while smirking at the quips. Every character is lovable, every line is quotable, and every layer is clever and witty. The script itself will definitely be worth further scrutiny.
The cultural effect this has had is well deserved. It is slightly surreal to recognize modern tropes, characters, and stories in this script and realize that I am watching what has inspired them.
Dread Pirate Roberts. Vizzini. Inigo Montoya. Count Rugen. The Grandfather. I will revisit these characters and story again in the future.
Not to do so would be inconceivable."