Explores the range of factors that contribute to Monty Pythons continuing status as something different
- A reappraisal of the originality, influence and impact of Monty Pythons comedy output, from the perspective of its 50 years of cultural circulation
- Includes analyses of a range of Monty Pythons output, from the Monty Pythons Flying Circus television show, to the Monty Python films, albums, and live shows, including consideration of Monty Pythons use of music and songs and forms of animation
- Explores the production contexts and practices adopted, and the range of comedic strategies employed, across Monty Pythons comedy output, as well as considering its cult status and fan reception
- Includes new critical analyses of a range of Python sketches and scenes, including The Funniest Joke in the World, Mr Hilter, Dead Parrot, Confuse-a-Cat, Albatross, Hells Grannies, Bicycle Repairman, The Black Knight, The Constitutional Peasant, and Mr Creosote
Examining Monty Pythons enduring status as an unconventional, anti-authoritarian comedy touchstone, this book reappraises Pythons comedy output from the perspective of its fifty years of cultural circulation. Reconsidering the groups originality, impact and durability, a range of international scholars explores Pythons influences, production contexts, frequently controversial themes, and the cult status and forms of fandom associated with Python in the present day. From television sketches, including The Funniest Joke in the World, Hells Grannies, Dead Parrot and Confuse-a-Cat, to the films Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Life of Brian and The Meaning of Life, to songs from the albums and live shows, this book is a ground-breaking critical analysis of the Monty Python phenomenon.
Examining Monty Pythons enduring status as an unconventional, anti-authoritarian comedy touchstone, this book reappraises Pythons comedy output from the perspective of its 50 years of cultural circulation. Reconsidering the groups originality, impact and durability, a range of international scholars explores Pythons influences, production contexts, frequently controversial themes, and the cult status and forms of fandom associated with Python in the present day. From television sketches, including The Funniest Joke in the World, Hells Grannies, Dead Parrot and Confuse-a-Cat, to the films Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Life of Brian and The Meaning of Life, to songs from the albums and live shows, this book is a ground-breaking critical analysis of the Monty Python phenomenon.
The book examines Monty Pythons enduring status as an unconventional, anti-authoritarian comedy touchstone, this book reappraises Pythons comedy output from the perspective of its fifty years of cultural circulation.
