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The Secret Life of Brian
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The Secret Life of Brian

2007-01-01 · 48 min · ★ 7.8

Documentary

A documentary about the making of the controversial Life of Brian and the surrounding accusations of blasphemy.

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Directors
Will Yapp
Production companies
Spun Gold TV
Countries
United Kingdom
Status
Released

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Terry GilliamTerry GilliamSelf
John CleeseJohn CleeseSelf
Eric IdleEric IdleSelf
Terry JonesTerry JonesSelf
Michael PalinMichael PalinSelf
Graham ChapmanGraham ChapmanSelf / Brian (archive footage) (uncredited)

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