Project Detail

Not The Messiah (He's a Very Naughty Boy)

Synopsis

Inspired by Monty Python's Life of Brian, Not The Messiah retells the story musically of Brian Cohen born in a manger to Mandy and a Roman centurion who grows up to become a member of the People's Front of Judea to oppose the Roman occupation of Judea and, mistaken for the Messiah, is arrested by the Romans and sentenced to be crucified.

Details

Year
2010
Type of project
Features
Running time
90 mins
Format
HDSR
Director
Aubrey Powell
Producer
John Goldstone
Editor
Simon Sleap
Screenwriter
Eric Idle
Director of Photography
Eugene O’ Connor
Sound
Phil Wright
Composer
John Du Prez
Principal cast
Eric Idle, Shannon Mercer, William Ferguson, Rosalind Plowright, Christopher Purves, Michael Palin, Terry Jones, Terry Gilliam
Costumes
Hazel Pethig

Categories

Production Status

Production Company

Python (Monty) Pictures Limited

Bar Chambers 40 North Bar Within
Beverley
East Yorkshire HU17 8DL
UK

T +44 (0)1482 887 155

Sales Company

Worldwide distribution: Sony Pictures

US/Canada Theatrical: Arts Alliance Media

Page updates

This page was last updated on 12th May 2025. Please let us know if we need to make any amendments or request edit access by clicking below.

See also

You may also be interested in other relevant projects in the database.

A rescue dummy underwater, laying on the bottom of a swimming pool. Fantasies of a Rescue Dummy

Director: Adrian Maganza

Year: 2025

A rescue dummy gets forgotten at the bottom of a swimming pool. Behind his single expression, a whirlwind of emotions flood his plastic carcass as he fantasies about being picked up and brought to the surface in the strong and reassuring arms of a swimmer. Official Selection London Short Film Festival 2026

Shall We Meet Tonight Shall We Meet Tonight

Director: Wapah Ezeigwe

Year: 2025

The film narrates the complex journey of a young woman as she is promised in an arranged marriage to a wealthy aristocrat. As she navigates this new social landscape, she unexpectedly finds herself drawn towards another woman from her town. This secret affection creates a conflict within her, torn between fulfilling her marital duties and following her heart. Through its poignant portrayal of love in the face of societal expectations, the movie explores themes of identity, independence, and the struggle for authentic connection amidst tradition-bound constraints. As the protagonist grapples with these competing forces in her life, viewers are drawn into a captivating tale of self-discovery and the courage to embrace one's own desires. Official Selection BFI Flare LGBTQIA+ Film Festival 2025

A young woman looking to the left, within the silhouette of herself looking to the left Moments Between

Director: Ben M. Davies

Year: 2025

Jenny reveals to her fiancé, Scott, that she's fallen in love with Cat, her best friend. Jenny can't decide who she wants to be with, so she lets Scott and Cat choose for her.