Review of The Princess Bride (1987) by Liam W — 20 Jan 2018

Clever and funny, the princess bride is a true masterpiece.

This review of The Princess Bride (1987) was written by Liam W on 20 Jan 2018.

The Princess Bride has generally received very positive reviews.

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