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Transforming the novel into a screenplay was not a straightforward process. After Fox acquired the rights, they delayed production, leading Goldman to eventually buy back the rights to maintain his vision. Persistence paid off when he partnered with director Rob Reiner, who shared his enthusiasm for the story.
The Auditions and Casting
Casting for The Princess Bride posed its own set of challenges. Robin Wright, who ultimately embodied Princess Buttercup, was relatively unknown at the time. Her first audition did not impress the casting director, Jane Jenkins. However, after Jenkins noted her resemblance to Grace Kelly and provided guidance, Wright improved her performance significantly in a subsequent audition, eventually winning the coveted role.