"my name is inigo montoya. you killed my father. prepare to die." ICONIC. i did not know this was the movie where it was from.
originally, i was trying to search for corpse bride but i couldn't find it and this came and i thought why not. AND I LOVED THIS. the fairytale-esque setting, the beautiful and smooth swordplay choreography, the characters, the humor—WONDERFULLY DONE.
there was perhaps ONE moment where i was put off by westley—when he threatens to slap buttercup—but otherwise, he's so witty and respectful? the latter aspect of his personality caught me off-guard but i can't say i didn't love it. inigo and fezzik were queer-coded. i could feel it in their interactions, you can't tell me otherwise. it was immensely entertaining and wholesome to watch.
the chemistry and dynamics between the characters are solid and full of heart. it actually did feel like a fairytale. this is what my mind imagines when we talk of bedtime stories w princesses and handsomely intelligent men who sweep them away. i liked the outside storytelling perspective that was incorporated. it enhances the watching experience.
this movie is very rewatchable. this was a good impulse decision hehe. short, concise, right on mark.
