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In 1979, a movie was released that became so scandalous that it sparked protests and was even banned in some countries. Decades later, Monty Python's Life of Brian has become so beloved that it is ...

On September 16, 1978, cameras began rolling on Monty Python's Life of Brian in Tunisia. Forty-seven years later, the ...

A classic comedy movie that's regarded as one of the best of all time turns 47 on this very day, making it all the more noteworthy that the film's legacy and reception has continued on all these years ...