July 31, 2015

David Wain Talks About Wet Hot American Summer

David Wain, director of Wet Hot American Summer, and its brand new prequel Netflix series Wet Hot American Summer: First Day of Camp stopped by SiriusXM's Bennington show to talk with hosts Ron Bennington and Gail Bennington about the big Netflix release.
May 1, 2015

Monty Python Returns To The Stage For Film Festival

Friday continued Tribeca Film Festival’s 40th Anniversary salute to the British (+1 American) comedy sketch group Monty Python. The five surviving Pythons made their appearance at the New York Beacon Theater, filled with fans who had just watched their beloved (and arguably most popular) film “Monty Python and the Search of the Holy Grail.” The crowd were full of people who clearly loved the film, and knew more than a few lines by heart...plus me.
October 22, 2014

Add It To Your Queue: Vol 6: The Comedy Queue

So, you’ve seen the blockbusters, and all the Oscar contenders, but you still are looking for something to watch. Maybe something you missed. There are so many films that didn’t make a big splash, earn a lot of money or garner a lot of awards, but are still worthy of being seen. Clear your Netflix queue (or itunes or amazon or epix queue) and make some room for a few of these overlooked gems that may not have come your way before but are well worth your time.
July 13, 2014

The Brilliance of the Monty Python Discography

Monty Python will be give their farewell performances July 15-20 at the O2 Arena in London, performing together for the final time and simulcasting it in cinemas around the world. For many of their fans, it will be a sad day in addition to a celebration of their career. Through their movies and the iconic "Monty Python's Flying Circus" TV show, they have become beloved by fans all around the world, and I count myself among them. If you're like me, and can't ever get enough of them, this is a perfect time get to know (or revisit) the Monty Python Discography- a brilliant set of albums that every Python fan should know.