Christopher Guest
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
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.
Series
Criterion collection volume 948
Language
English
Appears on these lists
Great Books, Great Adaptations
Green Hills All Staff Favorites
Green Hills Staff Favorite Movies
OBD Princesses - YOUTH
Green Hills All Staff Favorites
Green Hills Staff Favorite Movies
OBD Princesses - YOUTH
Formats
Description
Heartbroken over the death of her beloved Westley, beautiful Buttercup finally succumbs to the advances of the wicked Prince Humperdinck. Yet, when she's suddenly kidnapped by a motley band of deviants, what gallant hero comes to the rescue? None other than Westley-- alive, well and as wonderful as ever. But before these two can live happily ever after, they must first overcome formidable odds. Will these star-crossed lovers ever fulfill their destiny?...
3) Best in show
Language
English
Formats
Description
"[A] hilarious look at dog show participants (and the pooches who love them). Join the fun as Mayflower Kennel Club competitors -- a fly-fishing shop owner from Pine Nut, NC, Shih Tzu-doting partners, squabbling yuppies, a trophy wife and her ace handler and a married couple -- vie for the top prize"--Container.
Language
English
Formats
Description
"A comedy, a love story and a cult classic starring a giant singing plant from outer space - what else could it be but Little Shop of Horrors? The 1986 film has a surprisingly complex history; it began as a short story, then became a low-budget film, before turning into an Off-Broadway play, when finally Frank Oz and his team created this quirky, dark screen version. Many fans do not know that this adaptation originally had a far more sinister ending,...
Publisher
20th Century Fox Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2009]
Language
English
Description
When the Museum of Natural History is closed for renovations, the museum pieces are moved into federal storage at the famous Smithsonian Institution. It houses the world's largest museum complex with more than 136 million items in its collections. These range from the plane Amelia Earhart flew on her non-stop solo flight across the Atlantic and Al Capone's rap sheet and mug shot to Dorothy's ruby slippers. From Fonzie's leather jacket to Archie Bunker's...
Publisher
Canal+
Pub. Date
2000.
Language
English
Description
A "rockumentary" parody about a heavy metal band, Spinal Tap, that had a big hit song. Now, nearly two decades later, Spinal Tap still clings to some glint of their lost glory as they embark on an accident-plagued tour across America. In Cleveland, the group gets lost underneath the stage. In Washington, they're accidentally booked at an Air Force formal dance. And in a Chicago record store, no one shows up to get their autographs.
Pub. Date
[2009]
Language
English
Description
When the Museum of Natural History is closed for upgrades and renovations, some of the 'animated' museum pieces are moved to the famous archives at the Smithsonian Institute. Larry Daley gets into the action when Jedediah calls him to say that Dexter stole The Tablet and the evil Pharaoh Kahmunrah is attacking them. Larry sneaks into the Archives and meets Amelia Earhart who is thrilled at the prospect of adventure and helps him out. Later, Larry...
Publisher
Weinstein Company
Pub. Date
[2006]
Language
English
Description
Recently widowed and well-to-do Laura Henderson needs a diversion to see her through war torn London. On a whim she buys the derelict Windmill theatre in the West End and persuades impresario Vivian Van Damm to run it. The two don't seem to get along at all. Although their idea of a non-stop revue is at first a success, other theatres begin to copy the idea and disaster looms. Laura suggests they put nudes in the show, but Van Damm points out that...
Publisher
Canal+
Pub. Date
[2000]
Language
English
Description
Once upon a time, Spinal Tap had a big hit song. Now, nearly two decades later, Spinal Tap still clings to some glint of their lost glory as they embark on an accident-plagued tour across America. In Cleveland, the group gets lost underneath the stage. In Washington, they're accidently booked at an Air Force formal dance. And in a Chicago record store, no one shows up to get their autographs.
Publisher
Home Box Office
Pub. Date
[2013?]
Language
English
Description
The story of the 30-year-old Tom Chadwick, an Englishman who has few roots, little family, and an unsure sense of his purpose in life. Tom inherits a mysterious box of belongings from a great-aunt he never met, triggering a passion to investigate his family lineage. As Tom's interest in genealogy grows, his life evolves in unexpected directions, as he uncovers a world of unusual stories and characters in the U.K. and the U.S., as well as a growing...
Language
English
Formats
Description
A kindly grandfather sits down with his grandson and reads him a bedtime story. As the grandfather reads the story, the action comes alive in a classic tale of love and adventure. The beautiful Buttercup is kidnapped and held against her will in order to marry the nasty Prince Humperdinck, while Westley (her childhood beau, now returned as the Dread Pirate Roberts) attempts to save her.
14) A mighty wind
Language
English
Formats
Description
"[A docu-comedy] of 60's-era folk musicians, who, inspired by the death of their former manager, get back on the stage for one concert in New York City's Town Hall including Mitch & Mickey, once the sweeethearts of folk music until their bitter separation; classic folk trio The Folksmen and a color-coordinated harmonizing 'neuftet', The New Main Street Singers. about three folk groups from the 60's who reunite for a memorial concert in New York City...
Language
English
Description
No-name actors are making a low-budget period drama called "Home for Purim, " when an anonymous post on the Internet suggests that one performance is Oscar-worthy. Then, two more cast members get Oscar-related press: buzz in "Variety" and appearances on TV prompt the studio executives to insist on changes in the script in anticipation of a blockbuster. Jump ahead a few months to the days before Oscar nominees are announced: just the possibility...
16) The big picture
Publisher
Columbia Tristar Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2002]
Language
English
Description
A behind-the-scenes look at the cost of making it in Hollywood.
17) Johnny Appleseed
Publisher
KOCH Vision
Pub. Date
2005.
Language
English
Appears on list
Description
Johnny Appleseed, the American legend, who traveled the frontier wearing a burlap sack, sporting a pot for a hat, and carrying a pouch full of apple seeds.
Publisher
Metro Goldwyn Mayer Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
2009.
Language
English
Description
Whether or not you're a die-hard fan of the group, you'll love this 'Rockumentary' of England's legendary Spinal Tap. Take a behind-the-scenes look at a band whose time has come ... and gone ... and come again.
19) Iris and Walter
Author
Series
Publisher
Houghton Miffline Harcourt Publishing Company
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
When Iris moves to the country, she misses the city where she formerly lived; but with the help of a new friend named Walter, she learns to adjust to her new home.