Revenge of the Film Nerds - Monty Python's Life of Brian (1979)

Monty Python's Life of Brian (1979)

11/30/22 • 72 min

He's Not A Film Nerd! He's a Very Naughty Boy!
BK & Jack are BACK after a quick break for the Thanksgiving holiday with an incredible comedy to sink their teeth into. Join in on the fun as the Film Nerds discuss the cosmic importance of Monty Python (even if BK refuses to say their name properly), how the film went from a flippant joke to a tangible project, the near death & resurrection of the production, the controversial reception of the film, & much more! A classic film from the greatest sketch comedy group of all time: what more can you ask for!?

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