12 Movies That Tricked You Into Thinking They Had Happy Endings
1. Life Of Brian - Theyre Still Being F**kin Crucified
The Allegedly Happy Ending: Monty Pythons third (and arguably best) feature film, Life Of Brian stirred up a lot of controversy upon release, with Christian groups taking umbrage at the mocking view the film took of religion. Good thing they toned it down from the original (joke) concept, Jesus Christ - Lust for Glory.
The titular Brian is an everyman who finds himself mistaken for a prophet and must contend with all the celebrity that comes with it. Arrested by Romans on unrelated terms (he's a member of the inept People's Front of Judea), the film ends with him and a group of criminals crucified. But don't be too down; at least they go out singing one of the catchiest song ever.
The slow zoom out from the crosses scored to Eric Idle's Always Looks On The Bright Side Of Life is one of the funniest (if slightly darkly so) movie moments of all time.
The Depressing Truth: OK, you probably twigged the cheery song was hiding the in-your-face spectre of death, but that doesn't take away from the fact it's a pretty happy ending from an audience perspective.
One of the most blatant faux-happy endings out there, The Bright Side Of Life keeps Life Of Brian's ending from slipping into dourness. No doubt you left the film invigorated with a spring in your step and a memorable tune to hum.
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