Eric Idle has publicly thanked Mel Gibson for the US re-release (albeit
‘limited’) of Monty Python’s The Life Of Brian.
From an article in the Los Angeles Times on Sunday the ex-Python and two-time
‘crucifee’ himself in the film (although one of him got let off) stated that the
2nd coming was "thanks to his holy snuff film."
Although Idle admitted to not yet having seen The Passion Of The Christ, he
did presume that the Python’s interpretation was probably better:
"I gather that Mel doesn't handle the comedy too well, and he seems to
totally ignore the singing opportunities of the crucifixion altogether. I
suppose we should be grateful he makes a film where for once the Brits aren't to
blame for everything."
Always looking on the bright side, is our Eric.
