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This is a great film for fans of Monty Python's Flying Circus. It is a collection of top notch skits from the famous British TV show of the late 60's and early seventies, put into a film format. Of course, the cinematography and sound are much better with a film than you would get by purchasing the original TV shows. In addition, this collection does not contain anything but first rate material so you don't have to sort through a bunch of stuff to find the real gems. I beg the pardon of those who think that everything that Python did was a gem. The only criticism I have is that since these sketches are repeats from the show they do not always have the spark of originality and enthusiasm in many cases that they possess in the original TV versions. Similar to a band playing "Stairway to Heaven" for the thousandth time on tour we get some of that same vibe from Python in this film. I highly recommend this film to folks looking to discover "Monty Python" and what they are all about. Long time fans don't need my help.Read full review
This is the Python's first cinema attempt and featured classic bits from the tv show 'flying circus'. It features such routines as 'the parrot sketch', 'underclass twit of the year' and the drunken sing along 'lumberjack' but sadly no cheese shop. Still each member of the group gets their own chances to shines (including Gilliam's great animation) so that all fans of certain pythons will be highly entertained. Whether you are new to the MP experience or one of their many completists this is an excellent DVD although I would have loved to see a trailer or some better special features.
And Now for Something Completely Different (released on DVD in 1999)was originally released theatrically to broaden the audience for the cutting edge sketch work of the Monty Python's Flying Circus TV series then in production with the BBC. Taking the best sketches, including Spam, Wink Wink, the lumber jack's song, The Upper Class Twit of the Year Race, The University of Walamzoo Philosophy Department and many other great sketches, MPFC polished the edges and used enhanced production values for this theatrical release. An absolute must have for the Python fan's library.
It is good especially if one does not have time to watch the full monty series. It Highlights all their best skits.
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This is a greatest of or greatest hits if you choose. If you, like I, are old enough to recall Monty Python when they 1st hit the screen, then you will enjoy the walk down memory lane. If you are new to them, then this an excellent DVD to get to know them with! The jokes, gags, skits, are as fresh today as they were when they 1st did them. And MP has been around for over 20, pushing 30 years! Get the popcorn, put your feet up and prepare to LOL at some the best of best of the great MP! :-) !
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