The Princess Bride

Why does Prince Humperdinck build his Zoo of Death? What is significant about the fifth level? How would you characterize the Prince’s brand of sadism of Count Rugen and his life-sucking Machine? How are these elements necessary to the fairytale?

The Princess Bride

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Prince Humperdinck is your standard villain-figure. He is over the top and slapstick in keeping with the film's tone. The various torture machines reflect this tone: they are entertaining and comical.