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Stardust: A Princess Bride fantasy for the 21st Century
By David W. Shelton | August 11, 2007 | 
In the surprise delight of the summer, Paramount has delivered Stardust, which is easily one of the most delightful fantasy tales seen in theaters since 1987 when The Princess Bride graced the big screen. Every once in a while, moviegoers are treated to a gem which not only tells a great story, but throws in a touch of magic that enchants a world where flying boats and cackling witches thrive.
Stardust, produced, co-written, and directed by Matthew Vaughn, likely won’t be the blockbuster of the year, which is a shame. Even with an all-star supporting cast, it doesn’t fall into the trap where the stars outshine the lead characters, one of which who actually happens to be a star.
Vaughn’s script is based on the novel by Neil Gaiman, and tells of two words, one mundane and the other magical. The worlds are separated by The Wall, which few dare to cross. On the mundane side is a village which is nineteenth-century England. On the other side, is a land called Stormhold. It seems no different at first, but tiny elephants are our first indication that it’s a world where the imagination soars. «Read the rest of this article»
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