Wag the Dog
An amusing film about society, solved through creativity.
Score: 11
Life of Brian
He's not the messiah...he's just a naughty boy.
Aug. 17, 1979United Kingdom94 Min.R
Content
Brian Cohen is an average young Jewish man, but through a series of ridiculous events, he gains a reputation as the Messiah. When he’s not dodging his followers or being scolded by his shrill mother, the hapless Brian has to contend with the pompous Pontius Pilate and acronym-obsessed members of a separatist movement. Rife with Monty Python’s signature absurdity, the tale finds Brian’s life paralleling Biblical lore, albeit with many more laughs. 
Cast & Crew
Regisseur
Wise Man #2 / Brian Cohen / Biggus Dickus
Wise Man #1 / Reg / Jewish Official / First Centurion / Deadly Dirk / Arthur
Man Even Further Forward / Revolutionary / Jailer / Blood and Thunder Prophet / Frank / Audience Member / Crucifee
Mr. Cheeky / Stan 'Loretta' / Harry the Haggler / Culprit Woman / Warris / Intensely Dull Youth / Jailer's Assistant / Otto / Lead Singer Crucifee
Mandy Cohen / Colin / Simon the Holy Man / Bob Hoskins / Saintly Passer-by / Alarmed Crucifixion Assistant
Wise Man #3 / Mr. Big Nose / Francis / Mrs. A / Ex-Leper / Announcer / Ben / Pontius Pilate / Boring Prophet / Eddie / Shoe Follower / Nisus Wettus
Gregory
Mrs. Gregory
Jesus
A Weedy Samaritan
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