"Cue a big, unabashedly romantic adventure (complete with the prerequisite sweeping soundtrack) as the pair bounce around the mythical continent of Stormhold, before inevitably falling in love. Stardust never really made waves when it came out in 2007, except in my family. Our house was an unapologetically nerdy one."
A family ritual on Sunday nights centered on watching Stardust, which became a remedy for bad days and adult cynicism. The story follows Tristan Thorn, a young man from a quaint, twee England, who sets out to retrieve a fallen star. The quest goes wrong when the fallen star is revealed to be a person named Yvaine. Three witches pursue Yvaine to eat her heart, driving a romantic adventure across the mythical continent of Stormhold. The film’s sweeping soundtrack and clear romance lead to an inevitable love story. Its fantasy tone is framed as a valuable alternative for those who dismiss traditional fantasy, likened to The Princess Bride in spirit.
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