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Post by jeffd on Sept 26, 2018 0:49:10 GMT -5
The "Argument Clinic" and "How Not To Be Seen" come to mind as some of my favorite sketches of all time. The Arguement Clinic, a classic. Has me snorking my coffee.
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Post by trailboss on Sept 26, 2018 1:03:28 GMT -5
Along the lines of British humor...
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Post by Legend Lover on Sept 26, 2018 7:08:31 GMT -5
There is a culture gap. Certain things that would be hilarious if one were educated in the UK at the time and tuned in to history, and the tone. There is a gender gap too I agree. Not for obvious reasons but it is true that in my experience a female Monte Python fan is kind of rare. And now, alas, there is also a generation gap. So many years and so much about humor and its presentation has changed. But in the context of the right time and culture and gender, you will have to believe me, this stuff is hilarious. Jeffd has done a good job of distilling some points previously made and summarizing them accordingly.I would like to expand and add a few more commments to this discussion. There are layers to Python.There are also many reasons why folks succeed and fail to find humor in such comedy. For example,the use of irony is one of the key underpinnings to Python's humor & success. The problem with irony,in particular nonuniversal themes,is the requirements on the audience,who have to possess the proper knowledge and/or experience in order to understand what is being said. Though I am pretty familiar with European history,philosophy, culture etc. (British thought being fundamental to this discussion.),sometimes Python plays with 1960-70s personalities and/or provincial information that I am not familiar with. As a result, the interaction point is effectively cut off and the humor is lost to me. This does not mean the script cannot work on other levels as Python often intertwines multiple strands of humor that can draw one in. In time, I have also discovered that what was once opaque has become transparent due to the knowledge and experience I have gained, providing fuller richer enjoyment of such humor. Behind irony and other tributaries that contribute to the river Monty,there is also the framework of personality that orchestrates our understanding.If one is not so inclined,elements of Python's humor can be forever lost (Python employs many forms of humor,from slapstick to philosophical humor,so such comprehension varies.), no matter the education or background (though some appreciation can be had with knowledge.). Falling short of understanding, folks can range from being academically appreciative to dismissive,calling Python silly or stupid (like the Colonel); which is true and not true at the same time😁. As stated previously, one can be caught in a cultural, gender and/or generational gap(s) however the gap of personality can trump them all. One can go much further analyzing Python, folks reactions etc. but this is a chat forum not a journal or book club😀. PS I would also argue that the Pythons can fail to deliver the goods.This is true of any comedy troop. Further more Aaargh...... "Now, I've noticed a tendency for this programme to get rather silly. Now I do my best to keep things moving along, but I'm not having things getting silly. Those two last sketches I did got very silly indeed, and that last one about the bed was even sillier. Now, nobody likes a good laugh more than I do... except perhaps my wife and some of her friends... oh yes and Captain Johnston. Come to think of it most people likes a good laugh more than I do. But that's beside the point. Now, let's have a good clean healthy outdoor sketch. Get some air into your lungs. Ten, nine, eight and all that." The Colonel Ahhh, the colonel. Classic. And well we'll said, qmechanics.
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Post by Pistol Pete 1911 on Sept 26, 2018 21:26:50 GMT -5
I'm in i love Monty python
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Post by jeffd on Sept 26, 2018 22:12:46 GMT -5
How do form a government:
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Post by qmechanics on Sept 27, 2018 21:04:44 GMT -5
One of Python's famous clips
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Post by qmechanics on Sept 27, 2018 21:10:16 GMT -5
Twits.... 😁
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Post by qmechanics on Dec 15, 2018 0:45:48 GMT -5
Not the best ever but pretty funny...
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Post by qmechanics on Jan 9, 2019 22:30:57 GMT -5
Killer Bunny!!
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Post by LSUTigersFan on Jan 9, 2019 22:43:39 GMT -5
100 years from now, people will still be quoting their favorite Monty Python scenes. Sure, they'll probably be complaining how socially insensitive it is, but it will still be quoted.
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Post by qmechanics on Jan 29, 2019 18:19:09 GMT -5
Another MP classic:
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Post by qmechanics on Feb 8, 2019 21:42:35 GMT -5
The French waiter speaks:
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Post by sperrytops on Feb 8, 2019 21:45:53 GMT -5
Not the best ever but pretty funny... mechanics, that video has become blocked. Did you do something?
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Post by sperrytops on Feb 8, 2019 21:48:15 GMT -5
Jeffd has done a good job of distilling some points previously made and summarizing them accordingly.I would like to expand and add a few more commments to this discussion. There are layers to Python.There are also many reasons why folks succeed and fail to find humor in such comedy. For example,the use of irony is one of the key underpinnings to Python's humor & success. The problem with irony,in particular nonuniversal themes,is the requirements on the audience,who have to possess the proper knowledge and/or experience in order to understand what is being said. Though I am pretty familiar with European history,philosophy, culture etc. (British thought being fundamental to this discussion.),sometimes Python plays with 1960-70s personalities and/or provincial information that I am not familiar with. As a result, the interaction point is effectively cut off and the humor is lost to me. This does not mean the script cannot work on other levels as Python often intertwines multiple strands of humor that can draw one in. In time, I have also discovered that what was once opaque has become transparent due to the knowledge and experience I have gained, providing fuller richer enjoyment of such humor. Behind irony and other tributaries that contribute to the river Monty,there is also the framework of personality that orchestrates our understanding.If one is not so inclined,elements of Python's humor can be forever lost (Python employs many forms of humor,from slapstick to philosophical humor,so such comprehension varies.), no matter the education or background (though some appreciation can be had with knowledge.). Falling short of understanding, folks can range from being academically appreciative to dismissive,calling Python silly or stupid (like the Colonel); which is true and not true at the same time😁. As stated previously, one can be caught in a cultural, gender and/or generational gap(s) however the gap of personality can trump them all. One can go much further analyzing Python, folks reactions etc. but this is a chat forum not a journal or book club😀. PS I would also argue that the Pythons can fail to deliver the goods.This is true of any comedy troop. Further more Aaargh...... "Now, I've noticed a tendency for this programme to get rather silly. Now I do my best to keep things moving along, but I'm not having things getting silly. Those two last sketches I did got very silly indeed, and that last one about the bed was even sillier. Now, nobody likes a good laugh more than I do... except perhaps my wife and some of her friends... oh yes and Captain Johnston. Come to think of it most people likes a good laugh more than I do. But that's beside the point. Now, let's have a good clean healthy outdoor sketch. Get some air into your lungs. Ten, nine, eight and all that." The Colonel Ahhh, the colonel. Classic. And well we'll said, qmechanics . Good analysis, Legend Lover.
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Post by sperrytops on Feb 8, 2019 21:49:24 GMT -5
Reading The Club Dumas, by Arturo Pérez-Reverte. Kind of a Dan Brown book. If you like Dan Brown you will like Club Dumas. If you kind of liked Dan Brown but really wanted a bit more, you will love Club Dumas. And you will like The Historian, by Elizabeth Kostova I was trying to post this in the library section. How it got here I haven't a clue. I loved Club Dumas. What a blend of mystery and conspiracy.
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Post by qmechanics on Feb 8, 2019 22:07:14 GMT -5
sperrytops "qmechanics, that video has become blocked. Did you do something?" Nope YouTube issue but I have found both sketches for your viewing pleasure above. Were you referring to Legend Lover's comments or my own?
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Post by sperrytops on Feb 8, 2019 22:09:40 GMT -5
sperrytops "qmechanics, that video has become blocked. Did you do something?" Nope YouTube issue but I have found both sketches for your viewing pleasure above. Were you referring to Legend Lovers comments or my own? Don't recall exactly. I think yours. When I clicked on the video I got a message sating it was blocked due to copyright.
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Post by qmechanics on Feb 8, 2019 22:17:08 GMT -5
sperrytops Copyright issues do occur from time to time. I updated the links with duplicates of the originals. Hopefully, the new links will survive longer than their predecessors. PS There are many wonderful sketches yet to posted, so please feel free to add your own.
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Post by Legend Lover on Feb 9, 2019 4:28:59 GMT -5
Ahhh, the colonel. Classic. And well we'll said, qmechanics . Good analysis, Legend Lover. I can't take the credit for the analysis. It was qmechanics' work.
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Post by PhantomWolf on Feb 9, 2019 4:38:43 GMT -5
I'm ignorant when it comes to Monty Python, but I always loved Sir Parcival. Something about his selfless dedication to the cause long after the round table had dissolved.
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Post by qmechanics on Aug 10, 2019 20:41:19 GMT -5
The Cheese Shop..
PS It is a shame many of the clips, from the TV show, have been removed due to copyright issues.
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Post by Legend Lover on Aug 11, 2019 9:30:47 GMT -5
The Cheese Shop.. PS It is a shame many of the clips, from the TV show, have been removed due to copyright issues. brilliant!
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Post by toshtego on Aug 11, 2019 11:46:37 GMT -5
One of my favorite skits.
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Post by libertysmoke on Aug 27, 2019 19:51:55 GMT -5
Started watching MP circa. 75
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