Film Lens
Life of Python covers the history of the Monty Python team and their impact on comedy. It includes details about pre-Flying Circus shows like The Frost Report and At Last The 1948 Show. The documentary discusses the dynamics of the writing sessions, the animations, and the team's attitudes towards women and censorship.
The film also captures the team's surprise at their success in America. It features interviews with key members of the Monty Python team, including John Cleese, Eric Idle, and Michael Palin, and shows the differences between the US and UK versions, which cater to their respective audiences with distinct content and opening sequences.
Why Watch
- •See John Cleese's eulogy for Graham Chapman
- •Find out about the team's early shows before Flying Circus
- •Meet the Monty Python members discussing their writing process
Did You Know
•Graham Chapman passed away on 4 October 1989, before the documentaries aired.
•The US version aired on Showtime on 16 March 1990, while the UK version aired on 5 October 1990.
•The UK version opens with footage from Graham Chapman's memorial service in December 1989.
•Dudley Moore and Chevy Chase appear only in the US version of the documentary.
Perfect For
Monty Python fansComedy history enthusiastsTelevision documentary lovers