Stephen King's Favorite Director: 5 Best Movies From Robert Reiner
A filmmaker whose work is sure to tug at your heartstrings.
Robert Reiner is a master of simple and heartfelt stories capable of touching even the most skeptical of viewers. It is not surprising that he became the director of Stephen King 's most personal story, Stand by Me. The author himself still considers this adaptation to be his best.
Today we will talk not only about Reiner's collaboration with King, but also about other outstanding works of the director.
1. Stand by Me, 1986
Taking one of Stephen King's most powerful works, the little-known novella The Body, Rob Reiner has created a heartfelt, occasionally funny, endlessly disturbing and poignant coming-of-age story that will resonate with viewers of all generations.
Reiner has done his best to infuse Stand by Me with the nostalgia of his own childhood without straying too far from the original source.
There may be far more serious and profound coming-of-age movies out there, but for those who grew up in the 80s and 90s, Stand by Me will always hold a special place in their hearts.
2. When Harry Met Sally, 1989
When Harry Met Sally set the standard for all romantic comedies of the late 20th century. At its core, it's the story of two people who resist their love until the very end.
They meet as college seniors, move to New York City together, and start new lives. Over the next twelve years, they reconnect and become true friends until casual sex destroys their fragile, uncertain relationship.
When Harry Met Sally is Rob Reiner's personal movie, based on his friendship with the late screenwriter and director Nora Ephron. It's a unique melodrama, filled with witty lines, awkward humor, and a great love of life.
3. Being Charlie, 2015
Being Charlie is one of Rob Reiner's most personal films. The story centers on a wealthy young man who suffers from the ultimate showbiz plague: drug addiction. Charlie spends most of his time in and out of rehab until he finally meets the one.
The movie was co-written by Nick Reiner, Rob Reiner's son. This small but important connection unravels new subtexts in the movie, and Charlie's relationship with his parents – an overprotective mother and a distant father – seems to be rooted in real life.
4. This Is Spinal Tap, 1984
The movie revolves around a British punk band embarking on their first US tour in six years. As events unfold, the main characters make one foolish decision after another and are plunged into satirical chaos, parodying famous rock musicians and life itself.
Released at the dawn of the 80s, This is Spinal Tap was in many ways ahead of its time and spent a long time gathering dust on the shelf of misunderstood masterpieces. Luckily, the movie got the recognition and love it deserved.
5. The Princess Bride, 1987
The novel The Princess Bride is considered to be a rather complex and voluminous literary text. The movie of the same name, released in the late 80s, did not immediately win the viewers over.
The Princess Bride became a true cult classic only after its release on VHS. Together with films like Labyrinth, Rob Reiner's film adaptation has taken a worthy place in the list of fantasy classics.
The film generalizes some plot elements of the novel, adding more humor and bright, interesting touches to the story.
