Life of Brian 1979
“He's not the messiah...he's just a naughty boy.”
What is Life of Brian?
The film "Life of Brian" is a comedy that follows the story of an average young Jewish man. The protagonist's life is marked by a series of events that lead to him gaining a reputation.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1979
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 94 minutes
- Release date
- Aug 17, 1979
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United Kingdom
- Studios
- Handmade Films, Python (Monty) Pictures
- Budget
- $4,000,000
- Revenue
- $20,833,252
- Genres
- Comedy
- Updated
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Overview
The film "Life of Brian" is a comedy that follows the story of an average young Jewish man. The protagonist's life is marked by a series of events that lead to him gaining a reputation. He becomes the subject of devotion from a group of people who believe him to be the Messiah. This newfound status brings Brian a series of challenges, including interactions with the Roman authorities and a separatist movement. The group's members are characterized by their use of acronyms. The film features a mix of humor and satire, with the story paralleling certain events from the Bible. The narrative is marked by absurdity, a hallmark of the film's creators' style. The film features a cast of characters, including Brian's mother, who is described as shrill.
Should you watch it?
“An average young Jewish man is mistakenly identified as the Messiah through a series of ridiculous events.”
- features signature Monty Python absurdity
- delivers many laughs while paralleling biblical lore
- features a hapless protagonist dodging followers and an easily irritated mother
Watch it if you enjoy classic comedy featuring Monty Python's signature absurdity.
The film is a comedy rated R that parallels biblical lore with humor.
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Frequently asked questions
When was Life of Brian released in the US?
It was released on 08/17/1979.
Who is the main character of the film?
The main character is an average young Jewish man named Brian Cohen.
What genre is Life of Brian?
It is classified as a comedy.
What is the runtime of the film?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 34 minutes.
What style of humor does the film feature?
It features Monty Python's signature absurdity.