Question 1

Why did Monty Python's first movie use an abandoned dairy instead of a soundstage?

Accepted Answer

The sets were built in an abandoned dairy to avoid the higher costs of a proper soundstage.

Question 2

What unusual demand did the Playboy executive make about the credits?

Accepted Answer

Executive Producer Victor Lownes insisted on getting an animated credit equal in size to those of the Monty Python group members.

Question 3

How did animation legend Bob Godfrey initially react when Terry Gilliam asked to use his camera?

Accepted Answer

Bob Godfrey didn't know who Terry Gilliam was and told him to 'bugger off,' but later helped after learning he was part of Monty Python.

Question 4

Which festival recently featured this Monty Python film?

Accepted Answer

It was featured at the Mar del Plata International Film Festival in 2022.

Question 5

What was the original purpose of this movie for American audiences?

Accepted Answer

It was intended to introduce American audiences to Monty Python's comedy, but ended up making more money in the U.K. where viewers had already seen most sketches.

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