I have to agree with John Cleese that this movie isn’t blasphemous nor heretical (it literally moves away from Jesus at the very beginning). After watching it for the first time in years, I was surprised by how political it is. That’s where the movie really shines. Anything that can be pointed as a jab at religion is so removed from any real christian dogma that ends up being a general point about mob mentality or fanaticism which, given our current climate, are easier to connect to politicians or celebrity fandoms than religion. Actually I can think of a few demographics that would get more upset at Life of Brian than christians. Not that there aren’t any funny bits for the sake of being funny (Biggus Dickus).
Holy Grail is amazing but this is the Pythons’ masterpiece.
I've always found the Monthy Pythons to be comedic geniuses (though sometimes a bit uneven) and this movie, together with the earlier Monthy Python and the Holy Grail, will forever stand as the two greatest achievments from their rich legacy. Besides the many laugh-out-loud gags there is actually a layer of social commentary and religious criticism (which of course got the movie banned in certain countries). Graham Chapman's desperation and sincerity in the lead role is a joy to watch while John Cleese's comic timing and facial expressions never cease to tickle my giggle. This is a true comedy gem which ranks among the greatest ever made.
Definitely not for me this Monty Python at the start I kinda liked but it became the same as the holy grail. Not good nor funny. There are some good jokes but they extended to much and the funny get lost.
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deckard.
you are all individuals!you are all different!
baraka92
I have to agree with John Cleese that this movie isn’t blasphemous nor heretical (it literally moves away from Jesus at the very beginning). After watching it for the first time in years, I was surprised by how political it is. That’s where the movie really shines. Anything that can be pointed as a jab at religion is so removed from any real christian dogma that ends up being a general point about mob mentality or fanaticism which, given our current climate, are easier to connect to politicians or celebrity fandoms than religion. Actually I can think of a few demographics that would get more upset at Life of Brian than christians. Not that there aren’t any funny bits for the sake of being funny (Biggus Dickus).Holy Grail is amazing but this is the Pythons’ masterpiece.
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Bigus DickusEarring72
True classic comedy remains one of the best. So funnykurvduam
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Brilliant blasphemyhttps://beyond1001movies.wordpress.com/2015/06/08/backtrack-life-of-brian-1979/
Zeltaebar
I've always found the Monthy Pythons to be comedic geniuses (though sometimes a bit uneven) and this movie, together with the earlier Monthy Python and the Holy Grail, will forever stand as the two greatest achievments from their rich legacy. Besides the many laugh-out-loud gags there is actually a layer of social commentary and religious criticism (which of course got the movie banned in certain countries). Graham Chapman's desperation and sincerity in the lead role is a joy to watch while John Cleese's comic timing and facial expressions never cease to tickle my giggle. This is a true comedy gem which ranks among the greatest ever made.AeroRafa
I just couldn't stop laughing! Also loved the final song. ^^IreneAdler
Well, it's a Monty Python - crazy, stupid, funny... everything combined. Takes some getting used to, but I loved some scenes!stexdo
Just perfect.. Cleese and Palin are hysterical.sharaths
very funny.. liked itmrm2541
"How shall we fuck off, oh Lord?"Great comedy!
juanittomx
Definitely not for me this Monty Python at the start I kinda liked but it became the same as the holy grail. Not good nor funny. There are some good jokes but they extended to much and the funny get lost.Joker of Gotham
Good dose of british humor, very funny movie, Always Look on the Bright Side of Life4/5
EltonG
Only found parts of it funny, much preferred the Holy Grail.Showing items 1 – 15 of 27