In this episode of the Book Club Podcast, Carly, Margaret, and David delve into The Princess Bride by William Goldman. The discussion ranges from character connections, gender dynamics, and the significance of storytelling within stories, to the cultural impact and enduring nostalgia of the film. They also share their perspectives on the possibility of remaking the beloved movie and reflect on the broader genre themes present in both the book and film. Subscribe to our email newsletter on Substack: https://bookclubpod.com/ [https://bookclubpod.substack.com/] and be sure to follow us on Twitter [https://twitter.com/book_club_pod]and Threads [https://www.threads.net/@crosejack]! Timestamps of conversation topics: 00:00 Quote from The Princess Bride 00:52 Personal Histories with The Princess Bride 02:19 Summary of The Princess Bride 07:12 Opening Question on Storytelling 15:28 The Love Story and Ripple Effects 25:42 Buttercup Redemption 28:55 Max and Valerie: A Model Couple 32:53 Bill's Midlife Crisis and Reflections 36:01 Wesley Didn't Age Well 37:20 The Miracle Pill and Screenwriting Influence 39:19 Millennials and DVD Extras 42:41 Exploring Genuine Connections 45:25 Female Characters in The Princess Bride 50:07 Adventure and Genre Themes 54:25 Never Remake The Princess Bride 57:25 Final Thoughts and Millennial Nostalgia