"It's as real as the feelings you feel."
Director: Rob Reiner
Cast: Cary Elwes, Robin Wright, Mandy Patinkin, Chris Sarandon, Christopher Guest
The Princess Bride — Movie Quotes
Memorable Quotes
Hello. My name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die.
Context
Rehearsed throughout the film, finally delivered with intensity during the climactic duel with Count Rugen.
Meaning
The ultimate mantra of revenge. It represents a lifetime of preparation and the reclaiming of honor.
As you wish.
Context
First said by Westley to Buttercup on the farm, and finally by the Grandfather to the grandson, sealing the thematic bond of the film.
Meaning
A code for 'I love you' that signifies placing another's happiness above one's own desires.
Inconceivable!
Context
Said repeatedly when things go wrong (the Man in Black climbing the rope, cutting the rope, etc.), prompting Inigo to question if he knows what the word means.
Meaning
Irony. It highlights Vizzini's arrogance and refusal to accept that his plans can fail.
Life is pain, Highness. Anyone who says differently is selling something.
Context
Said to Buttercup when she accuses him of mocking her grief, revealing the hardness Westley acquired during his time as a pirate.
Meaning
A cynical truth that grounds the fairy tale. It suggests that love and happiness are valuable because life is inherently difficult.
Mawage. Mawage is wot bwings us togeder today.
Context
Spoken at the beginning of the wedding ceremony between Humperdinck and Buttercup, interrupted by Buttercup's realization.
Meaning
Pure comedic relief that satirizes the pomp and circumstance of royal weddings.
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