The 80's Parrot Sketch JC= John Cleese, the customer. MP= Michael Palin (?), petshop worker. JC: Hello- I wish to register a complaint... Hello, miss? MP: What do ya mean miss? JC: Oh, I'm sorry, I 'ave a cold. I wish to make a complaint. MP: Oh, sorry, we're closing for lunch. JC: Never mind that, my lad, I wish to complain about this parrot what I purchased not 'alf an hour ago from this very boutique. MP: Oh yes, the Norwegian Blue. (pause) Beautiful plumage, the Norwegian Blue. What's wrong with it? JC: I'll tell you what's wrong with it, my lad. It's dead! That's what's wrong with it! MP: (hits cage) Yeah, it's dead allright. Tell you what Sit, here's your money back and a couple of theatre tickets to make it up to you. JC: (Looks stunned) Well, that's one thing about Thatcher's Britain, service has certainly improved. (exits shop)