About
the Book:
From
actor Cary Elwes,
known to fans around the world as the heroic and dashing Westley
in The Princess Bride,
comes a first-person account and behind-the-scenes look at the making
of of this time-honoured film treasure.
The
Princess Bride appears on several "best of"
Hollywood lists: including the top 100 Greatest Love Stories by the
American Film Institute, and Bravo's list of the 100 funniest movies.
The screenplay is included in the Writers Guild of America's top 100
screenplays of all time. The
Princess Bride has been a family favourite for nearly
three decades and is sure to continue to resonate with audiences for
years to come.
Called,
of course, As You Wish:
Inconceivable Tales
from the Making of The Princess Bride
("As
you wish"
is Elwes' catchphrase in the film, meaning "I
love you")
is highly
enjoyable book about the making of one of the most universally adored
films. It is loaded with tidbits,
memories and 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.
As
You Wish is an enchanting experience; in addition to never-before
seen photos and interviews with the cast, 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.
What
people say:
"Fans
who want to maintain a fairy-tale image of how 'The Princess Bride'
was made will find that his gentle recollections serve this goal
perfectly. Watch the movie all over again with newfound knowledge."
— New York Times Book Review
"A
tender, comical behind-the-scenes look at the 1987 classic."
— US Weekly
"Cary
Elwes' memoir will make you want to watch The Princess Bride at least
100 more times." —
SheKnows.com
"Filled
with fun tidbits from the cast about making a movie that became an
unlikely classic."
-— Los Angeles Magazine
"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."
-— Library Journal
About
the Authors:
Cary
Elwes is an English actor, screenwriter, producer and
best-selling author known for his roles in The Princess Bride,
Robin Hood: Men in Tights, Glory, Days of Thunder,
Bram Stoker's Dracula, Hot Shots!, Twister, and
Saw.
Joe
Layden
is an award-winning journalist and bestselling author. He has
authored or coauthored more than thirty books, including multiple New
York Times bestsellers.
