John Cleese Stands Firm on 'Life of Brian' Trans Scene Despite Modern Sensitivities
John Cleese has confirmed that he will not cut a controversial scene involving a man asking to be called Loretta and talking about wanting to give birth in the stage adaptation of "Life of Brian." Cleese slammed the "misreporting" that he was strongly encouraged to cut the scene to appease modern audiences. He has been vocal about his opposition to "cancel culture" and its impact on creativity in comedy. Cleese is adapting the 1979 comedy into a stage play and has also announced the revival of sitcom "Fawlty Towers."
