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AS YOU WISH: INCONCEIVABLE TALES FROM THE MAKING OF THE By Cary Elwes & NEW
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- Condition
- ISBN-10
- 1476764026
- Publication Name
- Touchstone
- Type
- Hardcover
- ISBN
- 9781476764023
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Product Identifiers
Publisher
Touchstone
ISBN-10
1476764026
ISBN-13
9781476764023
eBay Product ID (ePID)
201611222
Product Key Features
Book Title
As You Wish : Inconceivable Tales from the Making of the Princess Bride
Number of Pages
272 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Film / General, Popular Culture, Entertainment & Performing Arts, Film / History & Criticism
Publication Year
2014
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Performing Arts, Social Science, Biography & Autobiography
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
1 in
Item Weight
16.4 Oz
Item Length
9 in
Item Width
6 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2014-014652
Reviews
Designed to hit all fan-service sweet spots for folks familiar with the film, as it's stuffed with photos, recollections, and interviews with relevant parties. The book's dust jacket is even a Shepard Fairey print, for crying out loud. I never had a chance., As You Wish: Inconceivable Tales From The Making Of The Princess Bride, which seems designed to hit all fan-service sweet spots for folks familiar with the film, as it's stuffed with photos, recollections, and interviews with relevant parties. The book's dust jacket is even a Shepard Fairey print, for crying out loud. I never had a chance., This is an entertaining tale of how 24-year-old Elwes learned how to ride a horse in the Rob Reiner adaptation of William Goldman's screenplay (and original, brilliant book)., Even if you don't have a crush on Cary Elwes, you'll enjoy this vivid behind-the-scenes account of the making of The Princess Bride. His stories, especially those involving Andre the Giant, will leave you in stitches. Robin Wright, Mandy Patinkin, Billy Crystal, and others also recount their experiences. An amusing account of a group of performers who came together to make a heartfelt film that is loved by many., [A] fascinating memoir...Cary Elwes has proved that he is as adept with the mighty pen as he is with the powerful sword. ...A treasure trove of fascinating behind-the-scenes accounts. ... As You Wish is thoughtfully and seamlessly compiled., Cary Elwes' book recounts the wacky antics of Billy Crystal, Rob Reiner and others behind 'The Princess Bride'... . (A) delightful remembrance of the three months he spent making the unsung movie that went on to become a family classic., The movie The Princess Bride achieved a certain cinematic magic, which Elwes (Westley) captures in his warm and revealing behind-the-scenes account., Fascinating memoir...Cary Elwes has proved that he is as adept with the mighty pen as he is with the powerful sword...a treasure trove of fascinating behind-the-scenes accounts... As You Wish is thoughtfully and seamlessly compiled., Cary Elwes' book recounts the wacky antics of Billy Crystal, Rob Reiner and others behind 'The Princess Bride'... . [A] delightful remembrance of the three months he spent making the unsung movie that went on to become a family classic.
Dewey Edition
23
Dewey Decimal
791.43/72
Synopsis
From Cary Elwes, who played the iconic role of Westley in The Princess Bride, comes a first-person behind-the-scenes look at the making of the film., From actor Cary Elwes, who played the iconic role of Westley in The Princess Bride , comes the New York Times bestselling account of the making of the cult classic film filled with never-before-told stories, exclusive photographs, and interviews with costars Robin Wright, Wallace Shawn, Billy Crystal, Christopher Guest, and Mandy Patinkin, as well as author and screenwriter William Goldman, producer Norman Lear, and director Rob Reiner. The Princess Bride has been a family favorite for close to three decades. Ranked by the American Film Institute as one of the top 100 Greatest Love Stories and by the Writers Guild of America as one of the top 100 screenplays of all time, The Princess Bride will continue to resonate with audiences for years to come. Cary Elwes was inspired to share his memories and give fans an unprecedented look into the creation of the film while participating in the twenty-fifth anniversary cast reunion. In As You Wish he has created an enchanting experience; in addition to never-before seen photos and interviews with his fellow cast mates, there are plenty of set secrets and backstage stories. With a foreword by Rob Reiner and a limited edition original poster by acclaimed artist Shepard Fairey, As You Wish is a must-have for all fans of this beloved film., NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER From actor Cary Elwes, who played the iconic role of Westley in The Princess Bride , comes a first-person account and behind-the-scenes look at the making of the cult classic film filled with never-before-told stories, exclusive photographs, and interviews with costars Robin Wright, Wallace Shawn, Billy Crystal, Christopher Guest, and Mandy Patinkin, as well as author and screenwriter William Goldman, producer Norman Lear, and director Rob Reiner. The Princess Bride has been a family favorite for close to three decades. Ranked by the American Film Institute as one of the top 100 Greatest Love Stories and by the Writers Guild of America as one of the top 100 screenplays of all time, The Princess Bride will continue to resonate with audiences for years to come. Cary Elwes was inspired to share his memories and give fans an unprecedented look into the creation of the film while participating in the twenty-fifth anniversary cast reunion. In As You Wish he has created an enchanting experience; in addition to never-before seen photos and interviews with his fellow cast mates, there are plenty of set secrets and backstage stories. With a foreword by Rob Reiner and a limited edition original poster by acclaimed artist Shepard Fairey, As You Wish is a must-have for all fans of this beloved film.
LC Classification Number
PN1997.P74534E69
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