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Is evil then triumphant Story from the white knight?

It's not entirely accurate to say evil is triumphant in "The White Knight" from *Monty Python and the Holy Grail*. Here's why:

* The Black Knight is defeated: While the Black Knight puts up a valiant fight, he is ultimately defeated by King Arthur. He loses both of his arms and a leg, and is forced to concede defeat.

* Arthur's victory is shown as humorous: The humor lies in the absurdity of the situation – a knight refusing to accept defeat even after being grievously injured. This humor points to the idea that true evil is ridiculous and ultimately weak.

* The "evil" is more a caricature: The Black Knight is a caricature of a stubborn, relentless warrior. His evil is played for laughs, making it less threatening and more silly.

The ending of "The White Knight" is more about the absurdity of war and the stubbornness of people, not a definitive victory for evil.

It's worth noting that the film as a whole is filled with moments that challenge traditional notions of good and evil. The characters often act in ways that defy clear categorization, making the film's message complex and open to interpretation.

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