How to Irritate People

About This Movie

How to Irritate People is a curious piece from 1969, directed by Ian Fordyce. It's a fascinating mockumentary that predates Monty Python's rise and features John Cleese at his most cheeky. The film plays around with the absurdity of social norms, teaching viewers how to be, well, annoyingly delightful. Its pacing is deliberately uneven, with a mix of sketches that feel both sharp and wonderfully chaotic. The performances are brimming with that quintessential British humor, where the dry wit really shines through. There’s a sense of experimentation in the practical effects, especially how they play with the idea of annoyance. This film stands out as a unique piece of comedic history, reflecting a certain era of British television comedy.

Precursor to Monty Python's style of humor.Features John Cleese's early comedic experiments.Interesting blend of sketches and mockumentary elements.