# And Now for Something Completely Different (1971)

> A mischievous big-screen compilation turns Monty Python’s anarchic television sketches into a concentrated barrage of surreal British comic absurdity.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/4469

## Facts

- Runtime: 88 min
- Genres: Comedy
- Director: Ian MacNaughton
- Cast: Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, Terry Jones, Michael Palin, Carol Cleveland, Connie Booth
- TMDB rating: 7.2/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0066765/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: surreal, irreverent, deadpan, cult comedy night, nostalgic television viewing

## Synopsis

A hilarious journey through the absurdity of British humor, showcasing classic sketches that redefine comedy.

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