Life of Brian (re-release)
Metascore
75 out of 100

Generally favorable reviews - based on 14 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 14
  3. Negative: 1 out of 14
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  1. ReelViews
    Reviewed by: James Berardinelli
    100
    It has been said that a Monty Python movie is only successful if it offends everyone in the audience at least once. By that measuring stick as well as nearly any other, The Life of Brian is an unqualified triumph. It makes us confront our foibles and laugh at them.
  2. Boston Globe
    Reviewed by: Ty Burr
    88
    "No God and no religion can survive ridicule," wrote Mark Twain, but for once the sage of Hannibal was wrong.
  3. Los Angeles Times
    Reviewed by: Kenneth Turan
    90
    The more things change, the more we have to laugh if we are to have a prayer of remaining sane, and the Pythons are the best possible step in that direction.
  4. Portland Oregonian
    Reviewed by: Marc Mohan
    91
    As far as a coherent, hilarious story line, as well as sheer blasphemous glee, you can't do much better than "Life of Brian."
  5. L.A. Weekly
    Reviewed by: Robert Abele
    100
    Astringently funny masterpiece.

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User Score
8.7 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 53 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 12
  3. Negative: 1 out of 12
  1. CooterPatooter
    10
    The absolute pinnacle of Monty Python's career is represented in this zany romp through ancient Judea that runs parallel to the story of Jesus. Holy Grail has nearly all of the classic one-liners, it's still not as funny and certainly much rougher than this polished cousin. While definitely not for those who are unable to laugh at a lampooning of the roots of their Abrahamic faith or who squirm at the sight of full frontal nudity, Life of Brian is still one of my highest-recommended films of all time. Brilliant!… Full Review »
  2. lasttimeisaw
    6
    My first film with the entire crew from Monty Python (their third feature-length film), whilst I count out Terry Gilliamâ
  3. JamesStringer
    10
    Classic piece of British cinema, only an idiot could not find this funny... There's not an unfunny moment, it's filled with wit and of course classic Python, and definitely worth a watch… Full Review »
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