As You Wish: Celebrating the Life and Films of Rob Reiner

Inconceivable!" Join us for a heartfelt tribute to the legendary Rob Reiner, the man who brought us the world’s most famous "kissing book" and turned rock and roll up to eleven.Episode Summary:In this special CinemaJam Mini, Sebastian and Pablo mourn the passing of director, actor, and activist Rob Reiner (1947-2025). We explore his incredible range—from the genre-defining mockumentary This Is Spinal Tap to the political drama of A Few Good Men. The heart of the episode is a deep dive into The Princess Bride, a film that rejuvenated the swashbuckler genre and remains a "must-have" on every cinephile's list. We discuss the personal stakes for Mandy Patinkin, the legendary improvisations of Billy Crystal, and why Wesley and Buttercup’s story still resonates decades later.Key Takeaways & Timestamps:[00:10] Introduction: Why we are skipping "CinemaJam Versus" for this special tribute.[02:47] Remembering Rob Reiner: His legacy as a filmmaker and liberal activist.[04:11] This Is Spinal Tap: How Reiner demystified the "god-like" status of 70s rock stars.[08:22] The Princess Bride Deep Dive: Rebirthing the swashbuckler genre.[11:24] The Sword & The Soul: Mandy Patinkin’s personal connection to Inigo Montoya.[15:34] Casting Magic: Vizzini’s wit and Miracle Max’s New York accent.[18:44] Leading Roles: Discussing Robin Wright and the career of Cary Elwes.[25:07] The Reiner Run: When Harry Met Sally, Misery, and A Few Good Men.[32:33] Final Thoughts: How his "highs" became part of the global pop-culture zeitgeist.Resources Mentioned:This Is Spinal Tap (1984) The Princess Bride (1987) When Harry Met Sally (1989) Misery (1990) A Few Good Men (1992) The American President (1995) Call to Action:If you love the "P-Magic" as much as we do, please subscribe and share this episode! What is your favorite Rob Reiner movie? Let us know in the comments on YouTube or Facebook.Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2P5z2hgx6nNb7q8jhi2EQF?si=efabba4cbdd749a7 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cinemajam/id1774079148 Follow us on Instagram: @cinemajampod