The Princess Bride: A Perfect Movie with Flaws

The podcast discusses the film The Princess Bride, delving into the claim that it is a perfect movie despite its flaws. One of the flaws mentioned is that the character Princess Buttercup does very little in the movie, a serious but interesting aspect of how princess characters were portrayed in the 1980s. However, the podcast argues that this flaw is essential to the film and its portrayal of a princess in distress. Princess Bride is described as a pastiche of fairy tales and fantasy, employing a variety of narrative tricks and non-traditional storytelling techniques while remaining accessible to audiences. The podcast also highlights the film's charm and the use of practical effects that have aged well, giving it a sense of watching a stage play.