True Love: A Valentine to Rob Reiner

The overarching theme of Rob Reiner’s adventure romance THE PRINCESS BRIDE (1987) can be summed up in the words of Miracle Max, played by Billy Crystal: “True love is the greatest thing in the world.” 

With his subsequent film, the rom-com WHEN HARRY MET SALLY… (1989), Reiner intended to take a far more cynical approach to romantic relationships. Then something unexpected happened while filming: the director fell in love, inspiring a happier ending for his main characters.

Just in time for Valentine’s Day, this two-week course pays tribute to Reiner’s romantic side by comparing these iconic, highly quotable films from the late ‘80s. We’ll explore their differing takes on romance, marriage, and gender roles, and notice where the director’s own story found its way onscreen.

2/10: THE PRINCESS BRIDE (1987, 98 min)

2/17: WHEN HARRY MET SALLY (1989, 96 min)

This class will be taught by MMU Instructor Anna Weltner, whose previous classes include The Wonders, Bellissima, The Portrait at 24 Frames Per Second and The Making of David Lynch.

Class size will be limited to 18.

Questions? Email us at education@moviemadness.org