So many people hailed as messianic saviours are actually quite flawed persons that hide deep and debilitating insecurities behind facade of celebrity. An example can be found in one of the main characters is *The Couch Trip*, 1988 comedy directed by Michael Ritchie. Dr. George Maitlin (played by Charles Grodin) is well-renowned Los Angeles psychiatrist who became celebrity thanks to immensely popular radio show in w…







