Terry Gilliam

Date of Birth: November 22, 1940

Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius

Biography

Terrence Vance “Terry” Gilliam is an American-born British filmmaker, screenwriter, animator, and actor. Born on November 22, 1940, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Gilliam is best known for his work as a member of the Monty Python comedy troupe and for directing a series of visually distinctive and narrative-rich films. His works often explore themes of fantasy, dystopia, and the absurd, with a unique visual style that has garnered critical acclaim. Gilliam’s career began in animation, creating the distinctive cut-out animations for the Monty Python television series “Monty Python’s Flying Circus.” He transitioned to directing with the Python films “Monty Python and the Holy Grail” (co-directed with Terry Jones) and went on to direct such films as “Brazil” (1985), “The Adventures of Baron Munchausen” (1988), and “The Fisher King” (1991). His 1995 film “12 Monkeys” and the 2009 film “The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus” are also notable entries in his filmography. Gilliam became a British citizen in 1968 and renounced his American citizenship in 2006, citing his displeasure with the political climate in the United States. Despite facing numerous production challenges and setbacks throughout his career, Gilliam remains a respected and influential figure in the film industry.

5 Interesting Facts about Terry Gilliam

1. Terry Gilliam was the only American-born member of the Monty Python comedy troupe.

2. He renounced his American citizenship in 2006 and is now a British citizen.

3. His film “Brazil” (1985) faced significant studio interference and was famously released in multiple versions.

4. Gilliam’s 1995 film “12 Monkeys” was inspired by Chris Marker’s short film “La Jetée.”

5. Despite numerous challenges, Gilliam completed his long-gestating project “The Man Who Killed Don Quixote” in 2018 after nearly 30 years in development.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Terry Gilliam

1. “We don’t want to be serious about anything. It just makes us miserable.”

2. “The only way you get through life is to fight.”

3. “People in Hollywood are not showmen, they’re maintenance men, pandering to what they think their audiences want.”

4. “I was always obsessed with the idea of transformation.”

5. “It’s been a long hard road, but I wouldn’t trade it for anything.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Terry Gilliam’s highest net worth is estimated to be around $50 million.

Children

Terry Gilliam has three children: Amy Gilliam, Holly Dubois Gilliam, and Harry Thunder Gilliam. Amy has worked in the film industry, often collaborating with her father on various projects.