Shrek - Cliff Day Scene

Summary

In this humorous exchange, a princess is rescued by an ogre named Shrek, who was sent by Lord Farquaad to save her. As the princess hopes for a charming prince, she’s shocked to discover that Shrek is not the handsome knight she expected. Despite her disappointment, Shrek remains steadfast in his mission. The dialogue is filled with wit and humor as Shrek navigates the awkward dynamics of his 'rescue mission,' including misunderstandings about love, true identity, and a humorous camping situation. The script explores themes of expectation versus reality and challenges typical fairy tale tropes.

Takeaways

• 😀 The princess expresses gratitude to the ogre for rescuing her, but she’s a bit surprised by his unconventional methods.
• 😀 The princess calls the ogre a 'noble steed,' which is met with the ogre's confusion about being compared to a horse.
• 😀 The princess wants to see the face of her rescuer and insists on the ogre removing his helmet.
• 😀 The idea of sharing true love's first kiss is discussed, but the ogre humorously deflects by pointing out that the princess has mistaken him for a prince.
• 😀 The princess initially hopes for a prince charming, but is disappointed to discover her rescuer is an ogre, not what she expected.
• 😀 The ogre points out that Lord Farquaad, who sent him on the mission, is the one the princess should be waiting for.
• 😀 The princess rejects the ogre’s rescue and insists that Lord Farquaad should be the one to rescue her properly.
• 😀 The ogre, frustrated, offers a humorous and awkward solution to the problem of telling someone they aren't their true love.
• 😀 The ogre and princess have a tense but comedic discussion about Farquaad, with the ogre making pointed remarks about the prince.
• 😀 The ogre dismisses the idea of camping in favor of continuing their journey, but agrees to stop briefly and set up a place for rest.

Q & A

Why does the princess refer to Shrek as a 'noble steed'?

The princess is acknowledging Shrek's role as her rescuer. She uses the term 'noble steed' humorously, likening Shrek to a brave knight's horse, even though Shrek is actually an ogre.

What is Shrek's reaction when the princess asks him to remove his helmet?

Shrek is hesitant and refuses to remove his helmet at first. He feels it's a bad idea and does not want the princess to see his face, fearing her reaction.

Why does the princess expect Prince Charming to be her rescuer?

The princess has been conditioned by fairy tale norms to expect Prince Charming to be the one who rescues her. She assumes that only a charming prince would be able to save her from the dragon.

What does Shrek mean when he says, 'I'm no one's messenger boy'?

Shrek is expressing frustration with being treated as a simple servant or errand-runner. He wants to be recognized for his own qualities, not as someone fulfilling a job for someone else, like Lord Farquaad.

How does the princess feel about Shrek after discovering he is an ogre?

The princess is shocked and disappointed upon seeing that Shrek is an ogre. She had expected her rescuer to be a handsome prince, not an ogre, which causes her to reject him initially.

What is the significance of the conversation about Shrek's true love?

This conversation highlights the central conflict in the story: the mismatch between the princess’s fairy tale expectations and the reality of Shrek being her true love. It explores themes of acceptance and breaking free from traditional narratives.

Why does Shrek claim that Lord Farquaad is 'short'?

Shrek is mocking Lord Farquaad’s physical stature, suggesting that Farquaad is not as impressive as he seems, and it’s a subtle commentary on how Farquaad’s appearance contrasts with his grand aspirations.

How does the princess view Lord Farquaad as a potential suitor?

The princess sees Lord Farquaad as the man who is supposed to rescue her, but she also criticizes him, believing he is not her true love. She expresses a desire to be rescued properly by someone who truly loves her.

What does Shrek's response to the princess's complaint about camping reveal about him?

Shrek is confident and tries to dismiss the princess’s concerns about camping. He believes that the princess will be fine with roughing it, and his toughness contrasts with her expectations of comfort.

What does the interaction about the 'homey touches' for the campsite imply?

Shrek’s attempt to make the campsite more comfortable, despite its simplicity, shows his attempt to cater to the princess’s needs. It subtly hints that Shrek is not just the brutish ogre he seems to be, but also capable of kindness and caring.