The Roots of Monty Python

November. 26,2005      
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A look back at the origins of the ground breaking BBC comedy series Monty Python's Flying Circus.

Neil Innes as  Himself
Kevin McCarthy as  Himself
Graham McTavish as  Himself - Host

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Reviews

CrawlerChunky
2005/11/26

In truth, there is barely enough story here to make a film.

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Chirphymium
2005/11/27

It's entirely possible that sending the audience out feeling lousy was intentional

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Roman Sampson
2005/11/28

One of the most extraordinary films you will see this year. Take that as you want.

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Zlatica
2005/11/29

One of the worst ways to make a cult movie is to set out to make a cult movie.

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