Michael Palin decided to give up on his considerable comedy talents to make those dreadfully tedious travel shows. Have you ever tried to watch one? – John Cleese
I think that money spoils most things, once it becomes the primary motivating force. – John Cleese
I cant tell you how scary it can be walking onto a movie and suddenly joining this family, its like going to somebody elses Christmas dinner, everyone knows everyone, and youre there and youre not quite sure what youre supposed to be doing. – John Cleese
I had a very, very difficult relationship with my mother, who was supremely self-centred. She was hilariously self-centred. She did not really take interest in anything that didnt immediately affect her. – John Cleese