Monty Python's Life of Brian

This 1979 film is a surreal satirical biblical black comedy that follows Brian Cohen, an average young Jewish man born next door to Jesus, as he gains a reputation as the Messiah through a series of ridiculous events. Rife with Monty Python's signature absurdity, the tale parallels Biblical lore while offering hilarious religious satire and parodying themes such as the Roman occupation, independence movements, and satire on the great biblical epics of the past.