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Monty Python's The Meaning of Life [DVD]

Graham Chapman (Actor, Writer), John Cleese (Actor, Writer) Rated:
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Format: DVD
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IMDb7.8/10.0
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Genre Comedy, Art House & International, Action & Adventure
Format Multiple Formats, Color, AC-3, Dolby, Dubbed, NTSC, DTS Surround Sound, Widescreen, Subtitled
Contributor Graham Chapman, Terry Gilliam, Michael Palin, Eric Idle, Terry Jones, John Goldstone, John Cleese
Initial release date 2008-02-05
Language English
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Those six pandemonium-mad Pythons are back with their craziest adventure ever! John Cleese, Graham Chapman, Terry Jones, Eric Idle, Terry Gilliam and Michael Palin have returned to explain The Meaning of Life. These naughty Brits offer the usual tasteful sketches involving favorite body parts and bodily functions, the wonders of war, the miracle of birth and a special preview of what's waiting for us in Heaven. Nothing is too sacred for the probing Python crew. You'll never look at life in quite the same way again. Time pronounces it "an exhilarating experience!" Newsweek agrees, calling it, "the best movie from England's satirical sextet." Winner of the 1983 Cannes Film Festival Special Jury Award.


Bonus Content:

  • Prologue with Eric Idle
  • Director's Cut
  • Feature Commentary with Terry Jones and Terry Gilliam
  • Soundtrack for the Lonely
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Product details

  • Aspect Ratio ‏ : ‎ 1.85:1
  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • MPAA rating ‏ : ‎ R (Restricted)
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.31 x 7.52 x 0.71 inches; 3.2 ounces
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ 2220561
  • Director ‏ : ‎ Terry Jones
  • Media Format ‏ : ‎ Dolby, Multiple Formats, DTS Surround Sound, Color, NTSC, Subtitled, Dubbed, Widescreen, AC-3
  • Run time ‏ : ‎ 1 hour and 48 minutes
  • Release date ‏ : ‎ February 5, 2008
  • Actors ‏ : ‎ Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Eric Idle, Terry Gilliam, Michael Palin
  • Dubbed: ‏ : ‎ French
  • Subtitles: ‏ : ‎ Spanish, French
  • Producers ‏ : ‎ John Goldstone
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English (DTS 5.1), French (Dolby Digital 2.0 Stereo), English (Dolby Digital 5.1)
  • Studio ‏ : ‎ Universal Studios Home Entertainment
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B000A2UBNE
  • Writers ‏ : ‎ Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Eric Idle, Terry Gilliam, Michael Palin
  • Number of discs ‏ : ‎ 1
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 3,763 ratings

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4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7 out of 5
3,763 global ratings

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Samuel Ertel
5.0 out of 5 stars Can we ave your liver then?
Reviewed in the United States on April 2, 2024
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It's a large glandular organ. When life gets you down, watch a silly movie. This one is great and features a series of interrelated though distinct vignettes. Some great musical numbers, send ups of organized (and disorganized) religion, class, and social norms, and weird and disgusting sight gags abound.
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Charles
5.0 out of 5 stars Classic
Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2024
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Ronald
5.0 out of 5 stars Monty Python's The Meaning of Life
Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2024
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A "must have" for all Monty Python fans. A documentary about life with several hilarious skits. Not for children.
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Michael Lynch
5.0 out of 5 stars Discover the Meaning of Life with Monty Python's Hilarious and Irreverent Classic Comedy
Reviewed in the United States on January 25, 2023
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"Monty Python's The Meaning of Life" is a classic comedy film from the iconic comedy troupe Monty Python. The film is a series of skits and musical numbers that satirize various aspects of life and society, such as religion, sex, and death. The film is divided into seven segments, each dealing with a different stage of life.

The humor in the film is irreverent, absurd, and often tasteless, but it is also clever, witty and highly original. The film features some of Monty Python's most memorable sketches, such as the "Fish slap dance" and the "Catholic schoolboys" skit. The musical numbers are also noteworthy, including the catchy "Every Sperm is Sacred" and "The Galaxy Song."

The Meaning of Life is a film that is not for everyone, as it is not afraid to push boundaries and tackle taboo subjects. But for fans of Monty Python and for those who enjoy offbeat and unconventional comedy, it is a must-see. It is a movie that will make you laugh, think and question the meaning of life in a hilarious and irreverent way.

Overall, "Monty Python's The Meaning of Life" is a classic comedy film that has stood the test of time. It's a perfect blend of absurdity, satire and wit that will leave you in stitches and questioning the meaning of life itself.
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Tim Bullock
4.0 out of 5 stars Usual Zaniness
Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2023
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3rd and believe last Monty film from 83'. If you enjoyed the first two, Monty Python & the Holy Grail from 75' and Life of Brian from 79', this one will have you laughing just as much. Of course, those of you who are Python fans already know this. This Blu-ray version has a hour long 30th anniversary bonus feature where the group talks about making the film which is quite entertaining as well.
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Gerard S.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great film
Reviewed in the United States on November 24, 2023
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Easily one of the funniest films ever made. I remember growing up watching the show and the movies with my father. Now that he is passed on I love to watch this movie as it was one of his favorites. It makes me feel like he's right there laughing with me
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1Princess
5.0 out of 5 stars A Holiday gift for a Monty Python fan
Reviewed in the United States on January 25, 2024
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It was received with overwhelming joy!
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Miles Raymond
5.0 out of 5 stars a classic
Reviewed in the United States on November 29, 2023
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Not for the religious or faint of heart, Monty Python group never fails to make fun of the status quo and highlight the absurdity of the current social climate.
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B. Neilson
5.0 out of 5 stars Given as a gift
Reviewed in Canada on March 27, 2024
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Given as a gift. Recipient is pleased.
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Aritz Barrondo
5.0 out of 5 stars The best movie
Reviewed in Mexico on May 23, 2023
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Best movies ever made
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John Finn
5.0 out of 5 stars Classic Movie
Reviewed in Australia on June 14, 2023
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Great to see this released on 4k UHD format
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Leseratte
5.0 out of 5 stars Die richtige Synchro!
Reviewed in Germany on September 10, 2013
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In Deutschland gibt es seit einiger Zeit ja leider nur die miese Neusynchro, bei der man sich zwar Mühe gegeben hat, aber wer die richtige Synchro kennt, will keine andere hören. Darum ist das der beste Grund, sich diese DVD anzuschaffen.
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Nigel
5.0 out of 5 stars Monty Python at its Best
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 20, 2023
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I think it is the best of the Python films. With classic sketches like"Live Organ Donation"; "The Incredible Exploding Man"; "Every Sperm Is Perfect..." you cannot fail to laugh long and hard.
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