From left, Dr. Michael Spellicy, Angie Spellicy and Bonnie Jessey of Hamilton Vision Specialists, sponsors of “The Princess Bride,” this year’s Movie Under the Stars.
Submitted by Luke Logan Keely
(Hamilton, NY – June 2013) The 1987 classic The Princess Bride will be the feature of Hamilton Theater’s Movie Under the Stars on Tuesday, July 2 at approximately 9:15 p.m. at Hooks Wiltse Field on Eaton Street. Admission is free.
Described by Roger Ebert as “a wondrous tale of wit and whimsy,” The Princess Bride was an Academy Award nominee and winner of eight additional awards and nominations.
“This movie will transport you to a magical land where fantasy reigns supreme, and kings and queens of all ages will want to return again and again,” said Ebert.
Buttercup, engaged to the odious Prince Humperdinck, is kidnapped and held against her will in order to start a war. It is up to Westley, he childhood beau, to save her. On the way he meets a thief and his hired helpers, an accomplished swordsman and a super strong giant, both of whom become Westley’s companions in his quest.
The Princess Bride is 98 minutes long and is rated PG.
The Movie Under the Stars will be shown outdoors on the big screen at the Eaton Street Fields. Families are encouraged to come early and bring blankets and lawn chairs for this fun, outdoor movie event.