Tag: The Princess Bride
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The Real Story Behind That Inigo Montoya Scene in ‘The Princess Bride’
As Mandy Patinkin continues to make headlines for his unwavering support of the SAG-AFTRA Strike, we are reminded how much we simply adore this remarkable actor and activist. Amidst the discussions of his passion, kindness, and authenticity, there lies a heartwarming and lesser-known story that adds an even deeper layer of appreciation for the man…
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Robin Wright Looks Back on Her Career, From ‘The Princess Bride’ Audition to Jenny Snorting Cocaine in ‘Forrest Gump’
From auditioning for “every John Hughes movie that I never got in” to having Oliver Stone yell at her in a helicopter over her pronunciation of “’Nam,” Robin Wright confesses she’s seen Hollywood from all sides over the years.Speaking to admiring crowds at the Karlovy Vary Film Festival, where Wright is being honored with the…
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Robin Wright, Christine Vachon to Be Honored at Karlovy Vary Film Festival
U.S. actor Robin Wright will be awarded the President’s Award at the 57th Karlovy Vary Film Festival’s closing ceremony. In honor of Wright, it will screen “The Princess Bride.”Wright is best known for her performance in Netflix series “House of Cards.” She earned three Golden Globe nominations and a win in 2014. She earned five…
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Karlovy Vary to honour Robin Wright, Christine Vachon; selects Future Frames participants, closing film
Bobby Farrelly’s ‘Champions’ will close the Czech event.US actress and filmmaker Robin Wright will be the latest recipient of the President’s Award at Karlovy Vary International Film Festival.Wright will receive the award at the closing ceremony for the 57th edition, on Saturday, July 8. The festival has also added Rob Reiner’s 1987 adventure comedy The…
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Criterion September Releases Include ‘Moonage Daydream,’ La Bamba’
Criterion has just announced its additions to its collection coming during September, and it includes an acclaimed documentary, international cinema and a timeless classic. Moonage Daydream, last year’s masterpiece about the life and art of David Bowie will be added to the collection, joined by Luis Valdez’s notorious biopic of a Mexican American musical trailblazer,…
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Fred Savage Fired from ‘The Wonder Years’ Reboot for ‘Inappropriate Conduct’
Fred Savage has been fired as a director and executive producer of ABC’s “The Wonder Years” reboot over inappropriate conduct (via Deadline). The news comes after 20th Century Television received multiple complaints of inappropriate set behavior from Savage and, after an investigation, decided to sever ties with him.In a statement, the studio confirmed the news…
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You Requested The Princess Bride Action Figures? As You Wish
Break out the iocane powder (Note: please do Not break out the iocaine powder under any circumstances)! McFarlane Toys is dropping a line of “The Princess Bride” action figures for your decorative pleasure. The toy maker made the announcement with a first look at the figures as a tease for everyone.The photo, posted by Todd…
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‘The Princess Bride’ Cast Reunites for Wisconsin Democratic Party Fundraiser
The cast of Rob Reiner’s 1987 film “The Princess Bride” is reuniting for a virtual script reading and fundraiser benefitting the Wisconsin Democratic Party.Reiner, Cary Elwes, Robin Wright, Carol Kane, Chris Sarandon, Mandy Patinkin, Wallace Shawn and Billy Crystal will read the script on Sept. 13 at 6 p.m. Ct, followed by a Q&a with…
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‘Princess Bride’ on Quibi: Fun, Flaky, Precious, Beguiling and (Sort of) Addictive (Column)
There’s a flaky moment of lo-fi enchantment in the Quibi version of “The Princess Bride” when Inigo Montoya, played with forthright flair by Diego Luna (that’s just after he’s played by Oscar Nunez and just before he’s played by Finn Wolfhard), takes the sword crafted by his father — the one that got his father…
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Inconceivable! Rumour of The Princess Bride remake sends fans into pit of despair
Cary Elwes sums up reaction: ‘There’s a shortage of perfect movies in this world. It would be a pity to damage this one’There’s no official news that a Princess Bride remake is in the works – don’t panic – but the mere mention of the idea has been descended on by fans of the original,…