Defend the right to say it Mar 26, 2008
Just as Christians may be offended by the Monty Python movie "The Life of Brian," or Dan Brown's "The Da Vinci Code," Muslims must accept that their religion might be treated in ways they regard as irreverent. They may bring movie directors and book authors to court, and they have the right to peaceful protest, but they cannot resort to threats of violence. (International Herald Tribune -- Ed/Op)
12 Biblical epics Mar 22, 2008
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New conductors at Bowl unveiled Mar 18, 2008
Among special weekend Philharmonic events, Monty Python alumnus Eric Idle will appear with the orchestra, led by co-composer John Du Prez, in their "Not the Messiah (He's a Very Naughty Boy)," loosely based on the Python film "Life of Brian" (Aug. 1, 2); Diana Ross will sing (July 25, 26); and John Williams will conduct (Aug. (Los Angeles Times)
Read on... Feb 28, 2008
Three films that mean a lot to me:"American Beauty," directed by Sam Mendes"The End of the Affair," directed by Neil Jordan"Monty Python's Life of Brian," directed by Terry Jones. Who do you think is the best actor in Hollywood at the moment. (Variety)
Creator George Lucas' Critically Acclaimed The Adventures Of Young Indiana Jones Comes to Its Thrilling Conclusion on DVD April 29 Feb 5, 2008
Series directors include Bille August (Les Miserables), Mike Newell (Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire), David Hare (Strapless, screenplays for The Hours and Damage), Terry Jones (Monty Python and the Holy Grail and The Life of Brian), Deepa Mehta (Water), Joe Johnston (The Rocketeer, Jurassic Park III), Nicolas Roeg (The Man Who Fell To Earth, Dont Look Now), and Michael Schultz (Car Wash, TVs Everwood). Writers include Rosemary Anne Sisson (Upstairs, Downstairs), Frank Darabont... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
The gloves are off, says Farina Feb 4, 2008
Welcome to The Sydney Morning Herald. John Kosmina and Frank Farina before the A-League finals. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
This week's DVD releases Feb 2, 2008
Other titles scheduled for DVD release include Lake Placid 2, Daddy Day Camp, for some reason an extended edition of Drumline, a so-called Immaculate Edition of Monty Python's Life of Brian, a director's cut of the Apprenticeship of Duddy Kravitz and Hannah Montana: One In a Million, and from TV, season four of Emergency. season five of JAG and season six of Curb Your Enthusiasm That's Video Views for this week. (Prince George Citizen)
New DVDs: The Invasion, Damages Feb 1, 2008
Monty Pythons Life of Brian: The Immaculate EditionThe British comedy troupes Biblical comedy is resurrected in a new two-disc edition and Blu-ray release. The 1979 film features Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Eric Idle, Michael Palin, Terry Jones and Terry Gilliam in the tale of a nice Jewish boy whose outrageous exploits parallel those of Jesus Christ, who was born the same night in a stable just up the street. (MSNBC -- Movies)
Enjoy the game in 'King of Kong' Jan 27, 2008
Also this week:TV: "Aqua Teen Hunger Force," volume 5; "Curb Your Enthusiasm," season six; "Damages," season one; "Emergency," season four; "Hannah Montana: One in a Million"; "JAG," season five; "SpongeBob: To Love a Patty"Film: "Bordertown"; "Canvas"; "Charm School"; "The Comebacks"; "Daddy Day Camp"; "Drumline"; "Feel the Noise"; "Groundhog Day"; "The Invasion"; "King of California"; "Ladron Que Roba a Ladron"; "Lake Placid 2"; "Monty Python's Life of Brian"; "Mr. Untouchable"; "The Nines"... (Sioux City Journal, IO)
King Keegan's miracles can wait Jan 21, 2008
A bit of a damp squib but, perhaps, as The Chosen One's mum tells His followers in The Life of Brian: "There's no Messiah here. There's a mess, all right, but no Messiah." Like Brian's apostles, however, the Geordies will take some dissuading. Telegraph, London. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Anonymity could save us from too much information Jan 19, 2008
But when uniqueness manifests itself in a fixation on the minutiae of our own existence and intimate details of our neighbours', then it becomes routinely ridiculous - reminiscent of that scene in Life Of Brian when the crowd cries "We're all individuals!" in unison. Anonymity is underrated nowadays. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Another highlight for Colts' Sanders: AP Defensive Player of Year Jan 8, 2008
Local Search Site Search. THIS STORY HAS BEEN FORMATTED FOR EASY PRINTING. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
'I'm a good dad. I'm a safe place' Jan 7, 2008
1979 Appeared in Monty Python's The Life of Brian as a centurion. 1999 Wrote and performed in Bremner, Bird and Fortune. (Guardian Unlimited -- Media)
And now for something completely hilarious Jan 5, 2008
And while most of the Monty Python (below) fans we know spend almost every day running through their own personal Python marathon in their twisted, dorky heads, today they'll have the chance to see the real thing with four bizarre, hilarious films, including "And Now for Something Completely Different" (3:30 p.m.), "Life of Brian" (5:30 p.m.), "Monty Python and the Holy Grail" (7:30 p.m.), and "The Meaning of Life" (9:30 p.m.). $7. (Boston Globe)
Jack Black, Michael Cera Search For The Meaning Of Life In 'Year One' Dec 10, 2007
"It's kind of like 'The Meaning of Life' or 'Life of Brian' a funny look at biblical tales.". "A lot of the humor comes from that the fact that it's an adventure," Cera added. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Spamalot resurrects laughs in jokes of yore Dec 3, 2007
The dead parrot is not resurrected, thankfully, but Spamalot's theme song, Always Look On The Bright Side Of Life, is shamelessly borrowed from another Python film, The Life Of Brian. The all-Australian cast is excellent. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Always looking for the Python side of theatre Nov 28, 2007
Idle is performing Not The Messiah - a one-hour oratorio which elevates the 1979 Python film The Life Of Brian to the status of Handel's Messiah - at the Sydney Opera House on December 9 and 12 ... The music includes Hail To The Shoe, sung to the tune of Handel's Hallelujah Chorus, and The Life Of Brian theme, Always Look On The Bright Side Of Life. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Jack Black Grows A Mustache, Drops Trou For 'Margot At The Wedding' Nov 21, 2007
" Although details on the project have been rare, Black was willing to cough up a few tidbits. "[Cera and I] are just two dudes wandering through early civilization, trying to find the meaning of life," he explained. "It's kind of like those old Monty Python movies, like 'The Meaning of Life' or 'Life of Brian,' a funny look at biblical tales. " Despite earlier reports that the yesteryear comedy would feature Owen Wilson as a slacker caveman, Black revealed that both the plot line and the... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Secular Fundamentalists Nov 7, 2007
Instead of The Passion of the Christ, this weekend features Monty Python s The Life of Brian and the Dawkins-produced documentary on religion, The Root of All Evil. There are breakout sessions on the politics of the Religious Right, creationism, and secular parenting. (The American Conservative)
Book roundup: Audiobooks Oct 4, 2007
Palin was a member of the brilliant British comedy phenomenon that produced the BBC show and movies like The Holy Grail and Life of Brian. The other members were John Cleese, Graham Chapman, Terry Jones, Terry Gilliam and Eric Idle. (USA Today -- Life)
Scorsese Helming Harrison Doc Sep 28, 2007
The documentary will delve into Harrison's spiritualism, his charitable works, including the Live Aid-inspiring Concert for Bangladesh, and his dabbling as a movie producer of such films as Monty Python's The Life of Brian and Time Bandits. George Harrison died of lung cancer in November, 2001, at the age of 58. (E! Online)
Scorsese 'to make Harrison film' Sep 28, 2007
As well as Harrison's time in The Beatles, the film will look at his solo career and movie projects, such as Monty Python's Life of Brian and Time Bandits. Scorsese also plans to explore Harrison's faith in the Eastern spiritual pursuits that dominated parts of his life, the report said. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Dawkins rails at 'creationist front' Sep 28, 2007
Among the films being shown tonight at the Atheist Alliance convention taking place near Washington is, unsurprisingly, Monty Python's Life of Brian. What will not be showing are trailers for a new movie, Expelled. (Guardian Unlimited)
Scorsese to direct George Harrison documentary Sep 27, 2007
The Harrison movie will cover his time in the Fab Four, when he composed such memorable tunes as Something and Here Comes the Sun, his inconsistent solo career, his foray into movie production with such projects as Monty Python's Life of Brian, and his enthusiastic embrace of Eastern mysticism, Daily Variety said. George Harrison's music and his search for spiritual meaning is a story that still resonates today and I'm looking forward to delving deeper, Scorsese was quoted as saying. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Paula Simons, The Edmonton Journal Sep 23, 2007
Sculptor's use of revered Hindu deity shows no sign of sacrilege. Look inside edmontonjournal. (Edmonton Journal)
Ever-present laughter Sep 10, 2007
Among the many stops in between lies one version of Michael Palin, the concerned, compassionate-eyed facilitator, superbly represented in his role as a prison guard, helpful and caring, handling the flow of condemned men in "Monty Python's Life of Brian." ("Next! Crucifixion? . . . Go-o-o-d. Out of the door. Line on the left. One cross each.") ... He is a master at giving deft glimpses of what is essential in the people he runs into: "Harrison Ford," he reports, "looks young and alienated. He... (Boston Globe)
Jones on a role, Rafa almost upstaged Aug 31, 2007
Welcome to The Sydney Morning Herald. Ian Munro in New YorkAugust 31, 2007. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
The Big Bertha of LCD TVs Aug 31, 2007
The Football Life of Brian: Who should your club sign. Slideshow: Jana's blistering run wins world championship again. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Andren diagnosed with cancer Aug 10, 2007
Football Life of Brian: An inside look at the English Premier League. Stay in Touch: The world's No.1 supermodel is on her way to Sydney. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Sharks turn noses up at Britney Aug 10, 2007
Welcome to The Sydney Morning Herald. Allan Hall in BerlinAugust 9, 2007. (Sydney Morning Herald)
TEN LITTLE COMMANDMENTS Aug 2, 2007
None of these contemporary tales explores or subverts any sort of thematic or moral codes (in the vein of Monty Python s Life of Brian or Meaning of Life), revealing a project devoid of purpose. Even The Producers demonstrate awareness that its giddy confrontation with anti-Semitic constructions represents large-scale chutzpah. (New York Press)
Film Weekly goes to America - and cries Jul 29, 2007
but, as someone from Viz said, it was nowhere near as funny as Life of Brian. Offensive. (Guardian Unlimited)
The last laugh: your favourite 50 Jul 22, 2007
Life of Brian Directed by Terry Jones, 1979 ... I am delighted that Observer readers have chosen Life of Brian as their favourite comedy ... So much of comedy is down to taste, and I'm sure Life of Brian isn't to everyone's taste, but I think it's the best piece of work the Python group did together. (Guardian Unlimited)
Stuffy yet irreverent: Aunty turns 75 Jul 1, 2007
We made it a couple of years before Monty Python's Life of Brian, but ABC executives panicked and dispatched a stooge to wipe all the tapes. The ABC, like our politicians, never quite trusts the wisdom of its audience. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
What's on your top 10 movies list? Jun 30, 2007
Toy Story 2: The only cartoon film with a message deeper than "buy our toys." The Life of Brian: Brilliant, brilliant satire ... Life of Brian 2001: A Space Odyssey The Magician (Bergman) Tromeo and Juliet Desperate Living The Producers (1968) This Is Spinal Tap Fantasy Mission Force (Jackie Chan) Why Has Bodhi Dharma Left for the East. (NPR)
Is Germany right to ban Tom Cruise's film? Jun 28, 2007
(Think Life of Brian, Last Temptation of Christ). Reinforcing this point, here's an article about the bloody film already, and it's only in pre-production. (Guardian Unlimited)
Rhetoric to the Maximus Jun 9, 2007
" Cue The Life of Brian "He's not the Messiah, he's just a very naughty boy. "Wallabies second-rower Nathan Sharpe after the second Test against Wales in Brisbane: "I've never been involved in an Australian crowd that's booed at the Wallabies. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Not The Messiah @ Luminato Jun 3, 2007
Most recently, however, Idle and his song writing partner John DuPrez, unvailed their latest creation - an orratorio based on another Monty Python film, Life Of Brian. The show is entitled Not The Messiah (He's a very naughty boy), and it opened on Friday night as part of the Luminato Festival. (Suite101.com)
Monty Python takes symphonic turn with oratorio 'Not The Messiah' May 29, 2007
Referencing both the Python film "Life of Brian" and Handel's reverent masterpiece "Messiah," the symphonic performance is a natural companion to the goofy 1979 film in which a simple boy is born on the same night and same street as Jesus Christ, says Idle. "I love the conceit of doing this as an oratorio based on the Messiah," Idle says from his home in Los Angeles. (Canada.com)
'His modesty comes from putting himself at the service of the idea that he wants to explore in each film he makes' May 18, 2007
He's already on to the next project, one which has caused his American agents, hoping for a retread of The Queen, to collapse in whimpers of dismay: 44 days in the life of Brian Clough, in rainy 1970s Leeds, doesn't have quite the same transatlantic allure as corgis and tiaras. John Woodward, chief executive of the UK Film Council - which is bullish, citing the number of British actors, technicians and directors whose work is represented in Cannes - is an unabashed fan. (Guardian Unlimited -- Film)
Cybertrips: Go north for summer fun of arts and the entertaining city of Toronto May 14, 2007
The music side includes jazz, opera, "world music" and a comedic "Not the Messiah" inspired by the Monty Python movie "Life of Brian." Theater has a broad collection of dramas, and there's a "Family Events" category with exhibits, a "Carnivalissima" carnival, a drumming festival and a celebration of the '60s called "Summer of Love." The 100 or so events include some that are free. Some events are scheduled for the Distillery -- -- a 13-acre national historic site and pedestrian-only district in... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
World admires town that banned the plastic bag May 12, 2007
Ms Hosking says she sometimes feels like Brian from Monty Python's Life of Brian. There is certainly a messianic glint in proud locals' eyes when they talk about the ban. (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
Go north for summer fun in Toronto May 10, 2007
The music side includes jazz, opera, "world music" and a comedic "Not the Messiah" inspired by the Monty Python movie "Life of Brian." Theater has a broad collection of dramas, and there's a "Family Events" category with exhibits, a "Carnivalissima" carnival, a drumming festival and a celebration of the '60s called "Summer of Love." The 100 or so events include some that are free. Some events are scheduled for the a 13-acre national historic site and pedestrian-only district in an industrial... (MSNBC -- Travel)
Lara cuts his last dash Apr 20, 2007
The Sydney Morning Herald: national, world, business, entertainment, sport and technology news from Australia's leading newspaper. Welcome to The Sydney Morning Herald. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Moira: Furore over a national treasure Apr 8, 2007
" Was there nothing else to say? The life of Brian Nelson Mandela may have forgiven Barnet's Conservative councillor Brian Gordon for blacking up and wearing a kaftan at a fancy dress party, but was the atonement premature? Librarians at the Hendon Times have dug up an article from 1977 when Gordon, standing as Conservative candidate in the Burnt Oak by-election, declared that immigration should end and that Britain should not become the "dustbin" of the world. He also said that the country... (Independent)
Knocked out with a single punchline Apr 5, 2007
Not far behind was Terry Jones's remark in the Life Of Brian: "He's not the Messiah, he's a very naughty boy." While those who like their humour black can delight in: "Gentlemen you can't fight in here. This is the War Room", from Peter Sellers (President Merkin) In Dr Strangelove. Assassination, crucifixion, nuclear war what could be funnier. (The Herald)
In brief: O'Toole to join Kinkade biopic Apr 5, 2007
That comes courtesy of Terry Jones in The Life of Brian: "He's not the messiah, he's a very naughty boy.". George Clooney paid $20 for a sip of home-made lemonade while visiting a childrens' stand in the picturesque township of Tobaccoville, North Carolina yesterday. (Guardian Unlimited -- Film)
Carry On quip tops one-liner poll Apr 4, 2007
A Sky Movies poll of 1,000 movie fans and critics picked the Life of Brian quote "He's not the Messiah, he's a very naughty boy" as second favourite. The often-quoted Airplane. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
'Spamalot' brings Python double talk to the Strip Mar 31, 2007
O'Hurley's singing voice is not so domineering, allowing sidekick Patsy (Justin Brill) -- aka the guy who follows Arthur around, clopping coconut half-shells in lieu of a great steed -- to grab the reigns on the signature tune, "Always Look on the Bright Side of Life." (Python fans know it's originally from "Life of Brian."). The Python ensemble spirit is preserved under the disciplined eye for detail of legendary director Mike Nichols. (Las Vegas Review-Journal -- Nevada News)
The Cougar Lounge - A Tambourine For The Brave Mar 26, 2007
- Monty Pythonite Eric Idle, always looking on the bright side of life in talking about his new comic oratorio Not the Messiah (He's a Very Naughty Boy), which will debut in Toronto in June and is said to be loosely based on the Python film The Life of Brian. The madness of March is nearing an end and so are all the grotesque shapes the Lounge clientele have contorted themselves into whilst watching CBS' coverage of said madness, whether for the games or the coverage decisions. (Washington State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Scholar: 'Jesus Tomb' Makers Mistaken Mar 15, 2007
"James Cameron is a great guru of science fiction, and he's taking it to a new level with Simcha Jacobovici. You take a little bit of science, spin a good yarn out of it and you get another 'Terminator' or 'Life of Brian,'" said Pfann, who briefly appeared as an ossuary expert in the documentary. In Israel on Tuesday for a screening of the film, the Toronto-based Jacobovici welcomed Pfann's criticism, saying "every inscription should be re-examined.". (CBS 11, TX)
Ossuary not Mary's Magdalene's, scholar argues Mar 14, 2007
You take a little bit of science, spin a good yarn out of it and you get another Terminator or Life of Brian, Dr. Pfann said. In Israel Tuesday for a screening of the film, Mr. Jacobovici welcomed Dr. Pfann's criticism, saying every inscription should be re-examined. (Globe and Mail -- International)
Now this is something completely different Mar 11, 2007
It's a line from the 1979 Python comedy Life of Brian, which provided the troupe not only with their happiest filming experience, but also gave Idle the core idea and characters for his oratorio ... Inevitably, a film that mocked religious belief (if not the creed itself) drew heavy controversy, and Life of Brian was banned in parts of the United States and Europe ... Idle, of course, had to get the blessing of the surviving Pythons to use the material from Life of Brian. (Globe and Mail)
'Spamalot' co-writer finds his Holy Grail Mar 6, 2007
The last time we heard "Always Look on the Bright Side of Life," you were hanging from a cross at the end of Python's Life of Brian. At the end of the play, audiences sing your anthem of hope, faith and silliness. (SunSpot.net)
- The Goodies: We were far better than Python Mar 1, 2007
The Goodies' Life of Brian. From a distance, their acts seem to inhabit distant universes. (Guardian Unlimited)
Read More... Feb 18, 2007
They were banned on the big screen (Life of Brian) and played sold out shows at The Hollywood Bowl-yeah, just like The Beatles. PERSONALS. (Disinformation)
Lads of 'Spamalot' here to make you laugh a lot Feb 17, 2007
"Always Look on the Bright Side of Life." This relentlessly cheery ditty ("When you're chewing on life's gristle / Don't grumble, give a whistle") was originally part of the Python movie "Life of Brian," a biblical spoof, and sung during a crucifixion. It's sung in a less controve 00004000 rsial context here. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Hallelujah? Eric Idle chooses Messiah as Spamalot follow-up Feb 15, 2007
The Life Of Brian has been named best comedy film of all time. Former Monty Python star Eric Idle is to follow up his smash hit musical Spamalot with an oratorio based on the comedy troupe's Life Of Brian film ... The Life Of Brian was condemned as blasphemous in 1979, prompting some local councils in the UK to ban it. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
The lighter side of national extinction Feb 13, 2007
"Always look on the bright side of death!" sang the crucified chorus in Monty Python's Life of Brian. Jokes of this ilk are in deplorable taste, but we laugh at them regardless, and with good reason. (Asia Times Online)
Let there be light on music, dance, art and verse with Luminato Feb 13, 2007
Not the Messiah (He's A Very Naughty Boy) -- An original, light-hearted oratorio inspired by Monty Python's Life of Brian, written by Spamalot creators Eric Idle and John Du Prez and conducted by the TSO's Peter Oundjian (Roy Thomson Hall, June 1-4). An Evening With Glenn Gould -- A play with music honouring the 75th anniversary of the pianist's birth and the 25th anniversary of his death. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Credible and appealing: a nation's relief Feb 12, 2007
After Rudd suffers eight months of sustained fire from the Government, there is no doubt that a considerable number of today's admirers will be something akin to the line from Monty Python's Life of Brian: "He's not the Messiah. He's a very naughty boy.". send photos, videos ffs to 0424 SMS SMH (+61 424 767 764), or us. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Geeks bearing gifts Feb 3, 2007
They eschewed the sketch format with Monty Python and the Holy Grail and Life of Brian, but returned to it in The Meaning of Life. The worldwide success of1997's Bean, an Americanised version of Rowan Atkinson's British comedy, marked the return of the TV spin-off. (Scotsman)
- Morven Crumlish Feb 1, 2007
As in Life of Brian we chorus: "We're all individuals!" Perhaps, as marketing gets better and better at defining and targeting us, we will be drawn, unknowingly, towards their pre-set targets. We will lose our individuality in favour of the convenience of reduced choice. (Guardian Unlimited)
'Monty Python's Spamalot'-The Quest for Laughs Jan 27, 2007
The play also throws in several references to "Monty Python's Flying Circus," the comedy troupe's original BBC television show, and the other Python movies, such as "Life of Brian.". But those unfamiliar with Monty Python should not feel left out. (The Ledger)
Life Of Brian Bedol: Serving the Underserved and the Passionate Jan 22, 2007
Sometimes, a man's trinkets can tell a story all their own, so in this sense, it is difficult to overlook the antique telescope stationed near a southern window of Brian Bedol's corner office on the third floor of a one-time cookie factory on Manhattan's West Side. A gift from the previous owner of the building, the weathered metallic artifact was originally anchored to the deck of a British warship, providing a critical glimpse into the murky distance. (MediaWeek.com)
