Review of The Princess Bride (1987) by Charles P — 19 Jun 2012

A charmingly post-modern fable, The Princess Bride is a nimble, clever blend of adventure, romance, and comedy that rejuvenates the longstanding princess tale.

This review of The Princess Bride (1987) was written by Charles P on 19 Jun 2012.

The Princess Bride has generally received very positive reviews.

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