Michael Palin

Michael Palin

Рождение : 1943-05-05, Broomhill, Sheffield, England, UK

История

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Michael Edward Palin, CBE FRGS (born 5 May 1943) is an English comedian, actor, writer and television presenter best known for being one of the members of the comedy group Monty Python and for his travel documentaries. Palin wrote most of his comedic material with Terry Jones. Before Monty Python, they had worked on other shows such as The Ken Dodd Show, The Frost Report and Do Not Adjust Your Set. Palin appeared in some of the most famous Python sketches, including "Argument Clinic", "Dead Parrot", "The Lumberjack Song", and "The Spanish Inquisition". Palin continued to work with Jones after Python, co-writing Ripping Yarns. He has also appeared in several films directed by fellow Python Terry Gilliam and made notable appearances in other films such as A Fish Called Wanda, for which he won the BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role. In a 2005 poll to find The Comedian's Comedian, he was voted the 30th favourite by fellow comedians and comedy insiders. After Python, he began a new career as a travel writer and travel documentarian. His journeys have taken him across the world, including the North and South Poles, the Sahara desert, the Himalayas and, most recently, Eastern Europe. In 2000 Palin was honoured as a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) for his services to television. Description above from the Wikipedia article Michael Palin, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

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Michael Palin
Michael Palin

Фильмы

The Fringe, Fame and Me
Self
The Fringe, Fame and Me is the story of how a small Scottish arts festival that began 75 years ago this year became a national institution – a crucible where new stars are forged, careers made, and sometimes, dreams dashed. Told by the stars who first found fame at the Edinburgh Fringe, this is the inside story of what it takes to make a name here, from those who enjoyed overnight success to those who slogged for years to make it. Through their triumphs, favourite jokes, and sometimes painful failures, we’ll discover a hidden history of British comedy – revealing how the gags we find funny and the comedians we love reflect our changing culture.
Monty Python's Best Bits Celebrated
Uncredited (Archive footage)
Monty Python’s influence on comedy has been compared to the Beatles’ influence on music, a pivotal moment in the evolution of television humor. Celebrating the cultural legacy and influence of the troupe, this special pairs their original material with new and entertaining commentary from celebrities who consider Monty Python hugely significant, both personally and to the history of screen satire. Celebrity humorists discuss, laugh, and reminisce about various Python segments and bring a fresh perspective to the material, connecting Monty Python’s work to today’s most successful television humor. In a time when a few moments of escape and laughter couldn’t be more sought after, this special reminds viewers of Python’s cultural impact, and that PBS introduced them to American viewers.
Sir David Attenborough and Sir Michael Palin in Conversation
Self
Sir David Attenborough and Sir Michael Palin reflect on the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and what it has taught us about global co-operation in tackling some of the biggest challenges our planet is faced with.
Sir David Attenborough and Sir Michael Palin in Conversation
Thanks
Sir David Attenborough and Sir Michael Palin reflect on the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and what it has taught us about global co-operation in tackling some of the biggest challenges our planet is faced with.
Peter Sellers: A State of Comic Ecstasy
Self
The comedy pioneer behind the Goon Show, Dr Strangelove and the Pink Panther series is explored in depth in this film, surveying his meteoric rise to fame and troubled personal life.
Python at 50: Silly Talks and Holy Grails
From ‘something completely different’ to icons of comedy and national treasures, this is a collection of rarely-seen Monty Python moments from the BBC archives, following the group’s encounters with ‘Auntie’ over the past 50 years.
An Accidental Studio
Himself
Charts the early years of HandMade Films seen through the eyes of the filmmakers, key personnel, and the man who started it all: former Beatle George Harrison.
Final Ascent: The Legend of Hamish MacInnes
Himself
The legend of Hamish MacInnes began early. At 16 he climbed the Matterhorn. At 17 he built his first motor car – from scratch. He attempted Everest in 1953 with his friend Johnny Cunningham, and almost stole the peak before Hillary and Tenzing. As an explorer, expedition leader and engineer he achieved world fame. As inventor of the all metal ice axe, author of the International Mountain Rescue Handbook and founder of Glencoe Mountain Rescue he has been responsible for saving hundreds of lives, if not thousands. But at the age of 84, his accomplishments could not save him from being institutionalised against his will, suffering from delirium. After a spell in psychogeriatric detainment in a hospital in the Highlands of Scotland, during which he made many escape attempts – he emerged to find his memory gone. This film tells the story of his life by mirroring his greatest challenge: to recover his memories and rescue himself.
Michael Palin: A Life on Screen
In this documentary, Michael Palin tells the story behind his success, after being honoured with a special award at the Baftas in 2013. With an outstanding career in television and film, this special delves into the archives to showcase some of Michael's incredible work, featuring an in-depth interview with the man himself.
Смерть Сталина
Vyacheslav Molotov
Фильм расскажет о последних днях Сталина и о хаосе, обхватившем страну, после его смерти.
Attenborough at 90
In celebration of his ninetieth birthday, Sir David Attenborough shares extraordinary highlights of his life and career with broadcaster Kirsty Young, including the inspiring people he has met, the extraordinary journeys he has made and the remarkable animal encounters he has had across the globe. Joined by colleagues and friends, including Michael Palin and Chris Packham, Sir David shares some of the unforgettable moments from his unparalleled career, from capturing unique animal behaviour for the first time to the fast-paced advances in wildlife filming technology, as well as stories of the wonder and fragility of the natural world - stories that Sir David has spent his life exploring and championing.
Michael Palin's Quest for Artemisia
Himself
Michael Palin discovers the story of 17th-century Italian artist Artemisia Gentileschi. He unearths not only her paintings, but a complex and difficult life.
Всё могу
Kindly Alien (voice)
Главная сюжетная линия — захват власти на Земле инопланетянами; но прежде чем захватить власть, они желают проверить, что же произойдёт на Земле, если простому смертному даровать необыкновенные способности. Объектом их внимания становится заурядный учитель, которого они наделяют необычным даром.
Spike Milligan: Love, Light and Peace
Himself
A very personal portrait of the truly unique comedy genius of Spike Milligan, as told in his own words and featuring exclusive home movie footage. With contributions from those who worked with him, lived with him and were inspired by him.
Monty Python: The Meaning of Live
Self
With unprecedented access, this program reveals the humour, chaos and passion that went into bringing the Flying Circus to the stage cumulating in the legendary One Down, Five To Go.
Monty Python: Live (Mostly)
Writer
Celebrate the last night of the Pythons on the big screen! - With John Cleese, Eric Idle, Terry Gilliam, Terry Jones and Michael Palin.
Monty Python: Live (Mostly)
Self, others
Celebrate the last night of the Pythons on the big screen! - With John Cleese, Eric Idle, Terry Gilliam, Terry Jones and Michael Palin.
Monty Python: And Now for Something Rather Similar
Self
Alan Yentob meets the five surviving members of Monty Python - John Cleese, Michael Palin, Terry Jones, Terry Gilliam and Eric Idle - as they prepare to reunite on stage.
50 Years of BBC Two Comedy
Self
Documentary charting and celebrating five decades of often groundbreaking, boundary-pushing comedy from BBC Two.
Michael Palin In Wyeth's World
Writer
Michael Palin heads for rural Pennsylvania and Maine to explore the extraordinary life and work of one of America's most popular and controversial painters, Andrew Wyeth. Fascinated by his iconic painting Christina's World, Palin goes in search of the real life stories that inspired this and Wyeth's other depictions of the American landscape and its hard grafting inhabitants. Tracking down the farmers, friends and family featured in Wyeth's magically real work, Palin builds a picture of an eccentric, enigmatic and driven painter. He also gets a rare interview with Helga, the woman who put Wyeth back in the headlines when the press discovered he had been painting her nude, compulsively but secretly for 15 years.
Michael Palin In Wyeth's World
Himself
Michael Palin heads for rural Pennsylvania and Maine to explore the extraordinary life and work of one of America's most popular and controversial painters, Andrew Wyeth. Fascinated by his iconic painting Christina's World, Palin goes in search of the real life stories that inspired this and Wyeth's other depictions of the American landscape and its hard grafting inhabitants. Tracking down the farmers, friends and family featured in Wyeth's magically real work, Palin builds a picture of an eccentric, enigmatic and driven painter. He also gets a rare interview with Helga, the woman who put Wyeth back in the headlines when the press discovered he had been painting her nude, compulsively but secretly for 15 years.
The Meaning of Monty Python
Self
A discussion between John Cleese, Michael Palin, Eric Idle, Terry Gilliam and Terry Jones about their film The Meaning of Life
The Wipers Times
General Mitford
When Captain Fred Roberts discovered a printing press in the ruins of Ypres, Belgium in 1916, he decided to publish a satirical magazine called The Wipers Times - "Wipers" being army slang for Ypres. Full of gallows humour, The Wipers Times was poignant, subversive and very funny. Produced literally under enemy fire and defying both authority and gas attacks, the magazine proved a huge success with the troops on the western front. It was, above all, a tribute to the resilience of the human spirit in the face of overwhelming adversity. In his spare time, Roberts also managed to win the Military Cross for gallantry.
Frost on Sketch Shows
Self
Sir David Frost traces the development of the sketch show over the last fifty years, from variety theatre to primetime television.
Anatomy of a Liar
Himself
A documentary about A Liar's Autobiography: The Untrue Story of Monty Python's Graham Chapman.
Produced By George Martin
A profile of Sir George Martin, Britain's most celebrated record producer, from his early days at EMI/Parlophone to his work with The Beatles.
Автобиография лжеца
Various (voice)
Четверо из пяти ныне здравствующих участников коллектива (Терри Джонс, Джон Клиз, Майкл Пейлин и Терри Гиллиам) озвучили своеобразную автобиографию Чапмена времен основания «Монти Пайтона», разбитую на традиционно остроумные скетчи, каждый из которых выполнен в особой анимационной технике.
Бал тайной полиции
Self
Прямая трансляция комедийного и музыкального концерта, посвященного 50-летию Международной Амнистии.
Секретная служба Санта-Клауса
Ernie Clicker (voice)
Рождественский мультфильм «Секретная служба Санта-Клауса» обещает подарить Вам предпраздничное настроение и порадовать новыми идеями. Здесь, наряду со старыми общепринятыми тенденциями, присутствуют модерные вкрапления, о которых мы раньше не слышали. Это, например, то, что у Санты есть сын, который, честно сказать, ну так себе, чудаковатый какой-то. И еще важная деталь, знали ли вы, что Санта Клаус летает не на оленях, а на космическом корабле? Нет? Теперь будете знать! В картине раскроется секрет того, как Санта успевает за ночь развезти все подарки...
Not the Messiah (He's a Very Naughty Boy)
Mrs. Betty Palin / Julius Caesar / Bevis
Not The Messiah (He's a Very Naughty Boy) is a comic oratorio based on Monty Python's Life of Brian, which retells the tragic tale of Mandy, impregnated by a Roman soldier, giving birth to Brian, a reluctant revolutionary of the People's Front of Judea who falls in love with Judith, gets mistaken for a Messiah and is arrested by the Romans and sentenced to be crucified. It ranges in reference from Handel, through a naughty Mozart duet, to the Festival of Nine Carols, Bob Dylan, and the classic finale "Always Look on the Bright Side of Life".
Around the World in 20 Years
Writer
To mark the twentieth anniversary of "Around the World in 80 Days" we went back to Dubai and India to retrace our steps and to see if we could find any of the crew of Al Shama. The result was a one-hour documentary and an account of our return and a whole stack of new pictures. Now they join all my other traveller's tales.
Around the World in 20 Years
Himself
To mark the twentieth anniversary of "Around the World in 80 Days" we went back to Dubai and India to retrace our steps and to see if we could find any of the crew of Al Shama. The result was a one-hour documentary and an account of our return and a whole stack of new pictures. Now they join all my other traveller's tales.
The Last Day of World War One
Presenter
Telling the stories of the last soldiers to die in the Great War.
The Seventh Python
Himself
Sean Connors Films, Ltd. Presents a Frozen Pictures production of The Seventh Python, a nonfiction musical feature film based on the life, work and unplanned career of musical satirist Neil Innes. The Seventh Python traces one man’s winding path of whimsy as he flirts with destiny at the edge of fame with incredibly influential and unusually lasting work that keeps one foot each planted in the worlds of comedy and rock ‘n’ roll. From the Bonzo Dog Doo Dah Band to Monty Python's Flying Circus and The Rutles, to his Ego Warrior campaign and his insistence on wearing a plastic duck on his head, Neil Innes has proven to be the greatest musical comedy satirist of the past fifty years.
What Is Brazil?
Self
What is this film called Brazil? Find out in this witty documentary.
Marty Feldman: Six Degrees of Separation
Self
A documentary about the legendary and influential comedian, actor and writer, who went out from the BBC to conquer Hollywood, but sadly the system quickly withdrew its support when they couldn't contain his talents. This portrait is spiked with many comments from people who knew Feldman privately or had dealt with him professionally. His early death sadly rendered him all but forgotten by the public. The compilation consists of interviews, some film clips and photos as well as various audio clips from him.
Life Of Brian Screenplay
Screenplay
An original illustrated 110 minute recording by The Pythons of their early screenplay in progress.
Life Of Brian Screenplay
Wise Man #3, Mr. Big Nose, Francis, Mrs. A, Ex-Leper
An original illustrated 110 minute recording by The Pythons of their early screenplay in progress.
Monty Python Conquers America
Himself
This documentary follows the evolution of the British sketch comedy troupe that redefined humor and shaped an entire generation of American comics, focusing especially on their conquest of the American comedy scene,
Robbie the Reindeer in Close Encounters of the Herd Kind
Gariiiiiii (voice)
Robbie and Donner's wedding is interrupted when Donner is kidnapped by aliens. Robbie saves the day again though with the help of his friends and an alien crystal.
The Secret Life of Brian
Himself
A documentary about the making of the controversial Life of Brian and the surrounding accusations of blasphemy.
Monty Python's Flying Circus - Michael Palin's Personal Best
Comedy from the UK
Monty Python's Flying Circus - Graham Chapman's Personal Best
Various
The LORDS of LAUGHTER--The SAINTS of SATIRE--The HIGH PRIESTS of LOW COMEDY--have sold out once again. Some say you can't take it with you. Others just refuse to go. Graham Chapman--doctor, tall actor, self-wrestler and really famous dead guy--is the latter. Chapman has a least 8 movie and TV appearances to his credit since he passed away in 1989 making him the most prolific corpse since Elvis. This DVD GRAHAM CHAPMAN'S PERSONAL BEST makes 9. In a comprehensive tribute written by the remaining members of the incomparable Monty Python's Flying Circus this program includes the sketches they believe Chapman would have called his very favorites. Of course they could be wrong.
John Peel's Record Box
John Peel's Record Box is a documentary film made by Elaine Shepherd, released on 14 November 2005 on Channel 4. It was nominated for Primetime Emmy Award. It is about a small private collection of the British radio DJ John Peel who died in 2004 at the age of 65. Peel's main archive contained more than 100,000 vinyl records and CDs. This smaller private collection, however, contains 143 singles - some of them doublettes - stored in a private wooden box representing some of his personal favourites. According to the documentary, there are no singles by Peel's favorite group, The Fall, because he kept them in a separate box. The film features interviews with John's wife Sheila Ravenscroft, radio DJs and artists like Mary Anne Hobbs, Sir Elton John, Ronnie Wood, Roger Daltrey, Fergal Sharkey, Jack White, Michael Palin and Miki Berenyi.
Michael Palin & the Mystery of Hammershøi
Host
In 2005, Michael Palin set out to unlock the mysteries and find out about the background and life of Danish painter Vilhelm Hammershøi. Hammershøi painted around the start of the 20th century and many of his pictures have a distinct coolness and distance about them. Palin, wanting to know of his inspirations and the reason for these mystical pictures, starts his search in Hayward Gallery in London, goes to Amsterdam and finally the painters home town, Copenhagen (Denmark).
Remember the Secret Policeman's Ball ?
Himself
The Secret Policeman benefit shows for Amnesty International brought together comedy grand masters - from Python and Beyond the Fringe - and performers then relatively unknown, like Rowan Atkinson. Narrated by Dawn French, the programme includes interviews with many of the comedians and musicians who took part: John Cleese, Stephen Fry, Michael Palin, Sting, Lenny Henry and many more. The shows and their stars had a huge effect on modern British comedy. There are few comics today whose careers have not been heavily influenced by the anarchic and surreal humour of these events.
Best Sellers or: Peter Sellers and 'Dr. Strangelove'
Self
Documentary about actor Peter Sellers and one of his most memorable film roles.
The Best of Monty Python's Flying Circus Volume 3
All the best sketches from the third and fourth series of the ground-breaking comedy. Memorable moments include: 'The Finals of the All-England Summarise Proust Competition'; 'Stand and Deliver! It's That Highwayman Dennis Moore'; 'Thrust: A Quite Controversial Look at the World Around Us'; 'Whicker's Island'; and 'The Fifteenth Ideal Loon Competition'. Originally broadcast from 19 October 1972 to 18 January 1973, and 31 October to 5 December 1974.
The Best of Monty Python's Flying Circus Volume 2
All the best sketches from the second series of the ground-breaking comedy. Memorable moments include: 'It's in the Mind'; 'The New Cooker Sketch'; 'Nobody Expects the Spanish Inquisition'; and 'The Ministry for Silly Walks'. Originally Broadcast from 15 September to 22 December 1970
The Best of Monty Python's Flying Circus Volume 1
Compilation of the best Sketches of the first series of Monty Python's Flying Circus, which ran from 5 October 1969 to 11 January 1970. Memorable moments include: 'The 127th Upperclass Twit of the Year Competition from Hurlingham Park'; 'Bicycle Repair Man'; 'Vicious Gangs of Old Ladies - the Layabouts in Lace'; 'The Man with Three Buttocks'; 'The Lumberjack Song'; 'Vocational Guidance Councillor'; and 'The Joke That Kills People'. Oh, and a sketch about a dead parrot.
Concert for George
As a memorial to George Harrison on the first anniversary of his passing, The Concert for George was held at the Royal Albert Hall in London on 29 November 2002 . Organized by Harrison's widow, Olivia, and son, Dhani, and arranged under the musical direction of Eric Clapton and Jeff Lynne. A benefit for Harrison's Material World Charitable Foundation, the all-star concert took place on the day of the first anniversary of his death. Proceeds from the film also went to the Material World Charitable Foundation. The film was shot using discreet cameras from over twelve locations.
The Meaning of Making 'The Meaning of Life'
Self
The behind-the-scenes production documentary of Monty Python's 'Meaning Of Life.' This documentary is featured on the 2-disc Special Edition DVD for Monty Python's The Meaning of Life, released in September 2003.
Life on Air: David Attenborough's 50 Years in Television
Himself - Presenter
Life on Air: David Attenborough's 50 Years in Television is a BBC documentary film that recounts David Attenborough's television career. It is presented by Michael Palin and produced by Brian Leith. The BBC first transmitted the documentary in 2002 and is part of the Attenborough in Paradise and Other Personal Voyages collection of 7 documentaries. It includes interviews with Attenborough and several of his former colleagues, along with archival footage.
The Quest for the Holy Grail Locations
Self
A documentary with Terry Jones and Michael Palin travelling to the locations of "Monty Python and Holy Grail".
Before the Flying Circus
Himself
Discover how six seemingly ordinary but supremely talented men became Monty Python, sketch comedy's inspired group of lunatics who turned such unlikely sources of inspiration as Spam, dead parrots and the Inquisition into enduring punch lines. This entertaining documentary includes interviews with members of the troupe, as well as home movies, photos and rare recordings from Monty Python's early years.
The Unknown Peter Sellers
Himself
Documentary about the life and career of a comic genius, Peter Sellers.
Monty Python: Pythonland
Michael Palin presents a documentary discovering some of the places that were used as locations for the filming of Monty Python's Flying Circus
Monty Python: 30th Anniversary Sketches
Himself
The Sketches produced by the surviving Pythons for the BBC's celebration of the 30th Anniversary of the first showing of Monty Python on 5 October 1969.
Monty Python: From Spam to Sperm
Himself
Meatloaf introduces a look back at Python's use of music. Included interviews with the team, André Jacquemin and other conspirators.
The Monty Python Story
Himself
The story behind how the comedy sketch group Monty Python formed in 1969, and lead to four very series, and four very funny films that are still has funny today as when they were released.
Monty Python: Live at Aspen
Self
In March 1998 in Aspen, Colorado, the surviving members of the Monty Paython team - John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, Terry Jones and Michael Palin - shared a stage together for the first time in 18 years. Even more remarkably, Graham Chapman was there too....in an urn! The occasion for this renuion was the US Comedy Arts Festival Tribute to Monty Python, hosted by Robert Klien in front of a live audience.
The Willows in Winter
Rat
Hailed as the "rightful heir" to "The Wind in the Willows", William Horwood's critically acclaimed sequel comes to magical life in this beautifully animated feature-length classic. Join four of the best-loved characters in children's literature for their heart-warming and hilarious new adventure along the Riverbank, narrated by Academy Award-winner Vanessa Redgrave.
Свирепые создания
Adrian 'Bugsy' Malone
Расчетливый магнат Род МакКейн покупает убыточный лондонский зоопарк в надежде превратить его в сверхприбыльное предприятие. Новый управляющий Ролло Ли, призванный обеспечить зоопарку финансовое процветание, начинает внедрять жесткую маркетинговую политику. Отныне вместо небольших пушистых зверьков в клетках поселятся только самые свирепые хищники. Их-то и будут демонстрировать публике. Возмущенные таким кощунством служители зоопарка, под руководством специалиста по насекомым Эдриана «Багзи» Малоуна, начинают борьбу за спасение своих пушистых друзей…
Ветер в ивах
The Sun
Экранизация классической сказки Кеннета Грэма теперь открывает зрителю возможность самому поучаствовать в забавных и подчас опасных приключениях четырех верных друзей — спасти дом Крота от землетрясения, вызволить Жабу из тюрьмы и победить в битве коварных Ласок.
Ветер в ивах
Rat
Крыса, Крот и Барсук пытаются отговорить их богатого друга мистера Жабу от опасного увлечения автомобилями. Но ничто не может сдержать страсти мистера Жабы к скорости!
Tracey Ullman: A Class Act
Various
A short series of 15 minute programmes, really expanded sketches, in which Tracey Ullman and Michael Palin play various roles satirizing the British class system.
Американские друзья
Writer
Середина 19-го века. Преподаватель Оксфордского университета Фрэнсис Эшби в одиночестве проводит отпуск в Швейцарских Альпах. По стечению обстоятельств он знакомится с американкой Кэролайн и ее компаньонкой Элеонорой, отдыхающими там же. Эшби наслаждается обществом новых знакомых, и обе дамы явно симпатизируют ему. Внезапно дела заставляют Эшби прервать отпуск и вернуться в Оксфорд. Но вскоре по возвращению он был сильно удивлен тем, что без всякого предупреждения американки приехали вслед за ним. А по строгим пуританским законам Оксфорда, женщины даже не допускаются на территорию университета. Размеренная, "академическая" жизнь Эшби выбивается из привычной колеи...
Американские друзья
Rev. Francis Ashby
Середина 19-го века. Преподаватель Оксфордского университета Фрэнсис Эшби в одиночестве проводит отпуск в Швейцарских Альпах. По стечению обстоятельств он знакомится с американкой Кэролайн и ее компаньонкой Элеонорой, отдыхающими там же. Эшби наслаждается обществом новых знакомых, и обе дамы явно симпатизируют ему. Внезапно дела заставляют Эшби прервать отпуск и вернуться в Оксфорд. Но вскоре по возвращению он был сильно удивлен тем, что без всякого предупреждения американки приехали вслед за ним. А по строгим пуританским законам Оксфорда, женщины даже не допускаются на территорию университета. Размеренная, "академическая" жизнь Эшби выбивается из привычной колеи...
Ведьмы
Witch at Meeting
Когда бабушка Хельда рассказывала своему девятилетнему внуку Люку страшные сказки о ведьмах, ни она сама ни внук не подозревали, что сами ведьмы уже здесь, совсем рядом… Повелительница ведьм вынашивает зловещие планы, она хочет погубить всех детей с помощью ужасного зелья. Если выпить это зелье, то можно превратиться в мышку. Бедный Люк уже стал ее жертвой и действительно превратился в мышонка. Однако он не собирается сдаваться, у него есть шанс спастись и спасти других. Уж о ком, о ком, а о ведьмах он теперь знает немало!
Viz: The Documentary
Himself
Documentary about British adult humor magazine, Viz.
Life of Python
Self / Various Roles
This BBC documentary tells the history of the Python group, allowing a few glimpses at the works of its predecessors (At Last the 1948 Show, Do Not Adjust Your Sets etc.) and various interviews with the group's members and other associated artists.
Parrot Sketch Not Included: Twenty Years of Monty Python
Himself
Steve Martin presents selected sketches from "Monty Python's Flying Circus (1969)". It's the well known sketches, though the parrot sketch is not included. Steve Martin has some funny comments on the Pythons.
Parrot Sketch Not Included: Twenty Years of Monty Python
Writer
Steve Martin presents selected sketches from "Monty Python's Flying Circus (1969)". It's the well known sketches, though the parrot sketch is not included. Steve Martin has some funny comments on the Pythons.
The Secret Policeman’s Biggest Ball
Himself
After the criticisms of the 1987 show’s disproportionate focus on music - and the financial disaster of its music-only Festival Of Youth weekend concert in 1988, Amnesty returned to the original formula that had been so successful in the 1976-1981 era with a primary focus on comedy. Pat Duffy was dropped from organising any further benefit events for Amnesty and for the 1989 show, Amnesty hired producer Judith Holder.
Рыбка по имени Ванда
Ken Pile
После ограбления, заполучив бриллиантов на 20 миллионов долларов, компания преступников раскалывается. Не в жаргонном смысле слова, а в прямом: Джордж Томасон попадает за решетку, а его подельники — Ванда, Кен и Отто — остаются на свободе. Ванда, действуя заодно со своим тайным любовником Отто, сама же и подставляет своего «явного» любовника Джорджа. Но тот до приезда полиции успевает перепрятать бриллианты. И теперь единственный шанс Ванды и Отто узнать, где драгоценности, — это адвокат Арчи Лич, с которым Джордж может поделиться важной информацией. Ванда приступает к обольщению Арчи Лича.
John Cleese's First Farewell Performance
Self
A feature length documentary on the making of A Fish Called Wanda
Number 27
Writer
The Grand Knockout Tournament
Self
The Grand Knockout Tournament (colloquially also known as It's a Royal Knockout) was a one-off charity event which was shown on British television on 19 June 1987. It followed the format of It's a Knockout (the British version of Jeux Sans Frontieres), a slapstick TV gameshow which was broadcast in the UK until 1982. The event was staged on the lakeside lawn of the Alton Towers stately home-cum-theme park. However, the event used its own specially created immersing set, meaning that the location was not very recognisable in the TV broadcast.
Бразилия
Jack Lint
Сэм Лаури вполне доволен своей жизнью, он предпочитает работу мелкого клерка и согласен мириться с необустроенным собственным бытом вопреки воле матери, входящей в элиту системы. Но внезапно он встречает девушку, которую постоянно видит в своих снах. Ради того, чтобы снова встретить её, он решается сменить работу.
Частное торжество
Gilbert Chilvers
1947 год. Рядовые англичане в первые годы после войны со своим строго установленным дневным рационом живут чуть ли не впроголодь, а уж о мясе, тем более беконе, могут только мечтать. Мясников и фермеров во избежание расцвета черного рынка строго контролируют власти. Но нет таких правил, которые нельзя обойти. Когда принцесса Елизавета собралась замуж, группа бизнесменов провинциального английского городка решает организовать торжество в честь королевской свадьбы, чтобы своей верноподданностью впечатлить (а может, подкупить) местные власти.
The Dress
Howard
A BAFTA award winning drama about a mistake when buying a dress for his mistress leads Howard to look again at his wife.
The Crimson Permanent Assurance
Workman
A group of down-and-out accountants mutiny against their bosses and sail their office building onto the high seas in search of a pirate's life.
Смысл жизни по Монти Пайтону
Screenplay
"Смысл жизни по Монти Пайтону" - музыкальный комедийный фильм 1983 года команды комиков Монти Пайтона. В отличие от двух предыдущих фильмов, снятых ими, которые были более или менее рассказывающими единую связанную историю, "Смысл жизни..." возвращается к формату скетча в оригинальном телесериале труппы, слабо структурированного в виде серии комических пародий о различных этапах жизни.
Смысл жизни по Монти Пайтону
Various Roles
"Смысл жизни по Монти Пайтону" - музыкальный комедийный фильм 1983 года команды комиков Монти Пайтона. В отличие от двух предыдущих фильмов, снятых ими, которые были более или менее рассказывающими единую связанную историю, "Смысл жизни..." возвращается к формату скетча в оригинальном телесериале труппы, слабо структурированного в виде серии комических пародий о различных этапах жизни.
Миссионер
Producer
В 1905 году, после 10 лет миссионерской деятельности в Африке, преподобный Чарльз Фортескью отозван в Англию, где епископ дает ему новое назначение — наставлять проституток Лондона на путь истинный и найти на это дело деньги. Чарльз надеется, что Дебора, его невеста, будет возражать и даст ему этим основания для отказа епископу. Однако у Деборы такой незамутненный и невинный ум, что она совершенно не в состоянии понять суть его новой работы и убеждает его приложить все усилия. Богатая леди Эймс готова финансировать новую миссию, но однажды она дает понять Чарльзу, что никакого вклада не будет, если он не разделит с ней постель…
Миссионер
The Reverend Charles Fortescue
В 1905 году, после 10 лет миссионерской деятельности в Африке, преподобный Чарльз Фортескью отозван в Англию, где епископ дает ему новое назначение — наставлять проституток Лондона на путь истинный и найти на это дело деньги. Чарльз надеется, что Дебора, его невеста, будет возражать и даст ему этим основания для отказа епископу. Однако у Деборы такой незамутненный и невинный ум, что она совершенно не в состоянии понять суть его новой работы и убеждает его приложить все усилия. Богатая леди Эймс готова финансировать новую миссию, но однажды она дает понять Чарльзу, что никакого вклада не будет, если он не разделит с ней постель…
Миссионер
Writer
В 1905 году, после 10 лет миссионерской деятельности в Африке, преподобный Чарльз Фортескью отозван в Англию, где епископ дает ему новое назначение — наставлять проституток Лондона на путь истинный и найти на это дело деньги. Чарльз надеется, что Дебора, его невеста, будет возражать и даст ему этим основания для отказа епископу. Однако у Деборы такой незамутненный и невинный ум, что она совершенно не в состоянии понять суть его новой работы и убеждает его приложить все усилия. Богатая леди Эймс готова финансировать новую миссию, но однажды она дает понять Чарльзу, что никакого вклада не будет, если он не разделит с ней постель…
Монти Пайтон в Голливуде
Writer
Многое из лучших программ Монти Пайтон вошли в голливудское выступление, а также скетчи, шутки, розыгрыши, живое исполнение песен и интермедии, которых не было на ВВС. Но это не простые выдержки, а «живое» выступление перед огромной аудиторией, которая повидала всякое.
Монти Пайтон в Голливуде
Various Roles
Многое из лучших программ Монти Пайтон вошли в голливудское выступление, а также скетчи, шутки, розыгрыши, живое исполнение песен и интермедии, которых не было на ВВС. Но это не простые выдержки, а «живое» выступление перед огромной аудиторией, которая повидала всякое.
The Secret Policeman's Other Ball
Himself - Various Roles
Following the success of the 1979 show and the financial benefits accruing to Amnesty from the spin-off movie, TV special and record albums – Cleese, Lewis and Walker planned the next show to be a more spectacular event. Cleese focused on broadening the comedic talent to be presented at the show. In addition to the Amnesty show stalwarts drawn from the Oxbridge/Monty Python/Beyond The Fringe orbit, he invited newcomers such as Rowan Atkinson’s colleagues from the BBC TV show Not the Nine O'Clock News including Pamela Stephenson and Griff Rhys Jones; comedian Victoria Wood and regional comic Jasper Carrott. Lewis secured a return appearance by Billy Connolly and a debut appearance by "alternative" comedian Alexei Sayle who Lewis had recently discovered and was managing. Building on the success of Pete Townshend's 1979 appearance Lewis recruited other rock musicians to perform at the 1981 show including Sting, Phil Collins, Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, Donovan and Bob Geldof.
Бандиты во времени
Vincent
Лента рассказывает о шести предприимчивых карликах, которые устраивают обычному мальчику по имени Кевин грандиозное путешествие по туннелям времени. Дело в том, что крошечные бандиты завладели волшебной картой, принадлежавшей их бывшему хозяину — Верховному Существу, сотворившему Мир. С помощью заветной карты герои путешествуют из одной эпохи в другую и попадают в самые удивительные ситуации: они оказываются в компании подвыпившего Наполеона Бонапарта и царя Агамемнона, отправляются в плавание на корабле морского монстра и злополучном «Титанике», гостят в Шервудском лесу у Робин Гуда и пытаются выбраться из заточения Вечной Пустоты. Но помимо могущественного хозяина карты, ею хочет завладеть и Воплощение Зла, заточенное Высшим Существом в крепость Вечного Мрака.
Бандиты во времени
Writer
Лента рассказывает о шести предприимчивых карликах, которые устраивают обычному мальчику по имени Кевин грандиозное путешествие по туннелям времени. Дело в том, что крошечные бандиты завладели волшебной картой, принадлежавшей их бывшему хозяину — Верховному Существу, сотворившему Мир. С помощью заветной карты герои путешествуют из одной эпохи в другую и попадают в самые удивительные ситуации: они оказываются в компании подвыпившего Наполеона Бонапарта и царя Агамемнона, отправляются в плавание на корабле морского монстра и злополучном «Титанике», гостят в Шервудском лесу у Робин Гуда и пытаются выбраться из заточения Вечной Пустоты. Но помимо могущественного хозяина карты, ею хочет завладеть и Воплощение Зла, заточенное Высшим Существом в крепость Вечного Мрака.
The Box
Screenplay
Several individuals have been packed in a box; they disagree regarding what should be done.
The Box
(voice)
Several individuals have been packed in a box; they disagree regarding what should be done.
Great Railway Journeys - Confessions of a Train Spotter
Presenter
In this affectionate documentary, Michael Palin confesses to being a train spotter when he was a boy and fulfils his ambition to travel to the Isle of Skye by train. On the way, he contrasts the practical world of modern trains with the nostalgic dreams of steam and stops off to hop on a steam train in Yorkshire. His mission fulfilled at the Kyle of Lochalsh, which route will he take home?
Great Railway Journeys - Confessions of a Train Spotter
Writer
In this affectionate documentary, Michael Palin confesses to being a train spotter when he was a boy and fulfils his ambition to travel to the Isle of Skye by train. On the way, he contrasts the practical world of modern trains with the nostalgic dreams of steam and stops off to hop on a steam train in Yorkshire. His mission fulfilled at the Kyle of Lochalsh, which route will he take home?
Great Railway Journeys - Confessions of a Train Spotter
Himself
In this affectionate documentary, Michael Palin confesses to being a train spotter when he was a boy and fulfils his ambition to travel to the Isle of Skye by train. On the way, he contrasts the practical world of modern trains with the nostalgic dreams of steam and stops off to hop on a steam train in Yorkshire. His mission fulfilled at the Kyle of Lochalsh, which route will he take home?
The Secret Policeman's Ball
Various Roles
Amnesty decided not to present a benefit show in 1978 in order to consider how to make better use of the performing talent so favourably disposed to assist it in raising funds. Peter Luff left Amnesty in 1978 and the organisation's new fund-raising officer, Peter Walker, was deputed to work with Lewis on reconfiguring the show to raise more money and greater awareness of Amnesty. Lewis proposed to Cleese that in addition to the comedy performances the show should feature some contemporary rock musicians. Cleese delegated this responsibility to Lewis who recruited Who guitarist Pete Townshend to perform, as well as New Wave singer-songwriter Tom Robinson.
Жизнь Брайана по Монти Пайтон
Screenplay
Оказывается, 2000 лет назад волхвы слегка промахнулись и из-за небольшой астрономической ошибки явили, было, свои дары не тому новорожденному, которому следовало. Дитя звали Брайан, и он просто родился в тот же час и лишь домом дальше, чем Сами-Знаете-Кто. По причине сего инцидента потом все путали Брайана с Мессией, а ему было лень разубеждать своих поклонников. Однако в почитании масс помимо приятной стороны есть и другая, и вот Брайан с тревогой обнаруживает себя в роли отчаянного религиозного лидера народного Фронта Иудеи, борющегося за свободу от римского ига — и в эпицентре больших неприятностей с оккупационными властями!…
Жизнь Брайана по Монти Пайтон
Wise Man #3 / Mr. Big Nose / Francis / Mrs. A / Ex-Leper / Announcer / Ben / Pontius Pilate / Boring Prophet / Eddie / Shoe Follower / Nisus Wettus
Оказывается, 2000 лет назад волхвы слегка промахнулись и из-за небольшой астрономической ошибки явили, было, свои дары не тому новорожденному, которому следовало. Дитя звали Брайан, и он просто родился в тот же час и лишь домом дальше, чем Сами-Знаете-Кто. По причине сего инцидента потом все путали Брайана с Мессией, а ему было лень разубеждать своих поклонников. Однако в почитании масс помимо приятной стороны есть и другая, и вот Брайан с тревогой обнаруживает себя в роли отчаянного религиозного лидера народного Фронта Иудеи, борющегося за свободу от римского ига — и в эпицентре больших неприятностей с оккупационными властями!…
The Pythons: Somewhere in Tunisia, Circa A.D. 1979
Himself
Ten years ago exactly, more or less, give or take a day or two, six young men sat down, or maybe stood, or perhaps some of them just lounged, and wrote the first episode of a new series called Owl Stretching Time. They were called Graham Chapman , John Cleese, Terry Gilliam , Eric Idle,Terry Jones and Michael Palin and later both they and the series became known as Monty Python 's Flying Circus . Today they are the best known British comedy group in the world, famous from Cathay to Kathmandu, from Sydney to Sidcup (except in Japan where the programme is called The Gay Boys' Dragon Show ... say no more). To commemorate their tenth anniversary a BBC team tracked them down in the deserts of Tunisia where they were filming their Life of Brian and almost persuaded them to examine the genesis, the genius and the gender of Monty Python.
Ратлз: Всё, что тебе нужно – бабки
Eric Manchester
Пародия на группу "Битлз" в исполнении самой веселой английской группы Монти Пайтон.
Джабервоки
Dennis Cooper
Ах, эти блестящие, мрачные Средние века… Прекрасные принцессы, сладкоголосые трубадуры, невменяемые рыцари и порожденные сном разума легендарные чудовища. Кстати, о чудовищах, в одном королевстве завелся монстр по имени Джабервоки. И вот, нанося огромный урон народному хозяйству, он безнаказанно терроризирует округу — никто не может его победить. К счастью, храбрость в те годы встречалась чаще, чем мозги. И вот, в поисках богатства и почета, на монстра выезжает отважный рыц… простите, бондарь Деннис! То и дело попадая в нелепые положения и анекдотические ситуации деревенский простак торит свой загогулистый путь к Славе. Охота на Джабервока началась!
Pleasure at Her Majesty's
Himself
The first of the Amnesty International comedy benefit galas. The title is a play on the phrase at Her Majesty's pleasure (the show was performed at Her Majesty's Theatre, London). This show came to be considered part of the Secret Policeman's Ball series of shows that it inspired, although it pre-dated the first show in the series by three years. The event was organized by a team of three: Monty Python member John Cleese, Amnesty's Assistant Director Peter Luff and Transatlantic Records executive Martin Lewis. It featured the cream of Britain's comedic talent of the era, setting a precedent that would inspire many subsequent Amnesty galas...
Трое в лодке, не считая собаки
Harris
Конец 19 века. Трое молодых лондонцев с собакой отправляются в путешествие на лодке по Темзе из Кингстона в Оксфорд с целью набраться новых впечатлений и поправить здоровье. Вперемешку с собственными приключениями, по пути они вспоминают и истории, которые произошли с ними и их друзьями раньше.
Монти Пайтон и священный Грааль
Writer
Действие фильма происходит в средневековой Англии, в эпоху рыцарей Круглого стола. Юмористически обыгрывается известная легенда о короле Артуре, его соратниках, их скитаниях в поиске Чаши святого Грааля. На пути королю попадаются такие препятствия, как крестьяне-анархисты-социалисты, Черный Рыцарь, который даже после потери рук и ног отказывается признавать поражение, и группа французов-насмешников, оседающих в замке со Святым Граалем... «Монти Пайтон и Священный Грааль» — показательное выступление и торжество английского юмора, один из самых смешных и сумасшедших фильмов в истории кино!
Монти Пайтон и священный Грааль
First Swallow-Savvy Guard / Dennis / Peasant 2 / Right Head / Sir Galahad the Pure / Narrator / King of Swamp Castle / Brother Maynard's Brother / Leader of The Knights Who Say NI!
Действие фильма происходит в средневековой Англии, в эпоху рыцарей Круглого стола. Юмористически обыгрывается известная легенда о короле Артуре, его соратниках, их скитаниях в поиске Чаши святого Грааля. На пути королю попадаются такие препятствия, как крестьяне-анархисты-социалисты, Черный Рыцарь, который даже после потери рук и ног отказывается признавать поражение, и группа французов-насмешников, оседающих в замке со Святым Граалем... «Монти Пайтон и Священный Грааль» — показательное выступление и торжество английского юмора, один из самых смешных и сумасшедших фильмов в истории кино!
Monty Python & the Holy Grail Location Report
Self
An documentarian from the BBC visits the set of Monty Python and the Holy Grail (1975). This documentary shouldn't be viewed as a making of the film, but rather a goof-off session that is simply there to conjure up laughter.
Henry Cleans Up
Writer
An educational comedy film from Guinness instructing how to clean out your pipes in the pub.
Henry Cleans Up
Henry
An educational comedy film from Guinness instructing how to clean out your pipes in the pub.
Secrets
Writer
Secrets Chocolates receive an unexpected sales boost when three maintenance workers fall into the chocolate vat and are fed through the production line.
Is This a Record?
Additional Writing
John Cleese, Michael Palin and Terry Jones celebrate the Guinness Book of World Records.
Is This a Record?
Various
John Cleese, Michael Palin and Terry Jones celebrate the Guinness Book of World Records.
The Great Birds Eye Peas Relaunch 1971
Writer
One of the least-known Monty Python rarities is “The Great Birds Eye Peas Relaunch of 1971,” a short advertising film that was made for the Birds Eye company’s internal use.
The Great Birds Eye Peas Relaunch 1971
One of the least-known Monty Python rarities is “The Great Birds Eye Peas Relaunch of 1971,” a short advertising film that was made for the Birds Eye company’s internal use.
А теперь нечто совсем иное
Screenplay
"А теперь нечто совсем иное" - спин-офф комедийного ТВ-сериала "Летающий цирк Монти Пайтона" включающий избранные скетчи из первых двух сезонов.
А теперь нечто совсем иное
Gumby / Man with tape recorder / Phrasebook Author / Arthur Pewtey / Second self - defence student / Second Tenant / Lost His Wallet / Shrill Petrol Announcer / Milkman / Ernest Scribbler / Pet shop employee / Lumberjack / Headwaiter Gilberto / Herbert An
"А теперь нечто совсем иное" - спин-офф комедийного ТВ-сериала "Летающий цирк Монти Пайтона" включающий избранные скетчи из первых двух сезонов.
Euroshow '71: May Day Special
Various (as Montypython Flyingcircus)
German made-for-TV musical extravaganza starring Monty Python.
Монти Пайтон: Летающий цирк в Германии
Writer
Fliegender Zirkus consisted of two 45-minute Monty Python television comedy specials produced by WDR for West German television. The two episodes were first broadcast in January and December 1972 respectively and were shot entirely on film, mostly on location in Bavaria. The first episode was recorded in German and the second was recorded in English and then dubbed into German.
Монти Пайтон: Летающий цирк в Германии
Various Roles
Fliegender Zirkus consisted of two 45-minute Monty Python television comedy specials produced by WDR for West German television. The two episodes were first broadcast in January and December 1972 respectively and were shot entirely on film, mostly on location in Bavaria. The first episode was recorded in German and the second was recorded in English and then dubbed into German.
Как раздражать людей
Various
A pre-Monty Python mockumentary, written by and presented by John Cleese, that provides tips on learning how to irritate people.
Jeepers Creepers
Newscaster (voice)
After twenty years as a struggling variety turn and then a prolific scriptwriter and television star, comic genius Marty Feldman found screen stardom with his very first Hollywood role in Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein. With his wife Lauretta as the power behind the throne, his rise and fall and decline is related through bittersweet memories of the past and intoxicated infidelities in the present.