Monty Python's The Life of Brian is more than just a comedy; it is a biblical, religious and political satire. Like all Python films, Life of Brian appears to educate the viewer and provide entertainment at the same time. Unfortunately not all elements of Life of Brian occurred in real life, which detracts from the plot's validity. While not everything is accurate, it seems like most of the film can be considered authentic. To understand the analysis of the film, you must first have a basic idea of ​​the plot. Summarizing a film that lasts almost an hour and a half in one paragraph is a tall order, but it can be done! The first scene opens with Brian receiving gifts from the Three Wise Men; however, it is soon discovered that he is not Jesus. Brian soon discovers that he is Roman; but despite his ancestry he wishes to join the Popular Front of Judea (PFJ), not only to prove that he is Jewish, but to get closer to Judith. After being accepted into the PFJ, Brian is ordered to vandalize the Roman palace and soon after kidnap Pilate's wife. Brian fails to kidnap Pilate's wife, is captured by the Romans and then escapes. After escaping, Brian is mistaken for the messiah and is soon after captured again by the Romans. Brian is about to be crucified and unfortunately the PFJ believes he is doing so to defend "the cause". The film ends with a light musical number given by the crucified citizens. This summary will allow you to better understand the analysis that follows. One can come to various conclusions about the story being told. On the surface the story is simply Brian's life; however, behind it are the stories of the Bible, the Romans, and even Jesus. Terry Jones, the of......middle of paper......Works CitedEbert, Roger. "The Life of Brian." Rogerebert.com. Rogerebert.com, January 1, 1979. Web. June 20, 2011. .Flixster, Inc. "Monty Python's Life of Brian." Rotten tomatoes. Flixster, Inc, 2011. Web. June 20, 2011. .Hornaday, Ann. "'Brian': A Blast from the Past." The Washington Post. The Washington Post Company, May 28, 2004. Web. June 20, 2011. .IMDb.com, Inc. "Brian's Life." The Internet Movie Database. IMDb.com, Inc., 2011. Web. 20 June 2011. .Roffé, Sarina. “The Jews Built the Roman Colosseum.” JewishGen. JewishGen. Network. June 20 2011. .