British Comedy has always had a unique and original flare. There are many BBC movies I have enjoyed over the years, is Monte Python and the Holy Grail. Holy Flying Circus give you a behind the scenes look at this films and the controversy it caused, but it does it all in a humorous way. The stars of Mighty Python face off against a very Catholic broadcaster, and the debates that ensue are not to be missed, no matter what side of the debate your own. Here is a little more about the film, direct from Acorn Media.
Silver Spring, MD — Offering a Pythonesque peek behind the scenes of one of the most notorious—and beloved—films from the legendary troupe, the fantastical docudrama Holy Flying Circus debuts in a Blu-ray/DVD combo pack from Acorn Media on September 4, 2012. A BAFTA nominee for Best Single Drama, this hilariously heretical docudrama reimagines the controversy behind Monty Python’s Life of Brian and the resulting debate pitting Michael Palin and John Cleese against a Church of England bishop and a staunchly Catholic broadcaster.
Broadcast on the Ovation Network in April 2012 as part of their “The Best You’ve Never Seen” premieres, Holy Flying Circus is written by Oscar®-nominated writer Tony Roche (In the Loop) and stars Darren Boyd (Little Dorrit), Charles Edwards (The Shell Seekers), Roy Marsden (P.D. James mysteries), Tom Fisher (The Illusionist), and Stephen Fry (Jeeves and Wooster) as God. Bonus features include deleted scenes, stills, and outtakes ($34.99, AcornOnline.com)
Holy Flying Circus reimagines the controversy surrounding Monty Python’s 1979 film, Life of Brian, which was greeted with widespread outcry and accusations of blasphemy. Matters reached a head when Michael Palin (played by Charles Edwards) and John Cleese (played by Darren Boyd) agreed to take part in a BBC talk show about Life of Brian with a Church of England bishop and a staunchly Catholic broadcaster. The ensuing TV debate put the Pythons in their most absurd role yet: the voice of reason.
If you are interested in checking out Holy Flying Circus for yourself, it is available at Acorn Media for the low price of $34.99 for the DVD/Blu-ray Combo. If you are looking for a good laugh, then this is the perfect documentary for you.
***Please note that I received no form of monetary compensation for this post. I did receive a sample of the product to try in order to write a fair and honest review. The opinions expressed in this review are my own and were not influenced in any way. **
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