Russell Brand: Messiah Complex

Filmed live at the Hammersmith Apollo, Russell delves into the concept of heroes and leaders, questioning their true values. The “Messiah Complex” refers to a condition where individuals believe they might be a savior. Did figures like Jesus, Che Guevara, Gandhi, Malcolm X, and Hitler experience this? These influential men have left a mark on our lives and shaped our thinking, yet their images are often used to symbolize ideas unrelated to their true selves. Would Gandhi be a fan of Apple? Would Che Guevara support Madonna? Would Jesus embrace Christianity? Russell concludes that it’s all nonsense, urging the audience to stop voting, disregard advertisements, seek the divine within themselves and others…and perhaps knock over some trash cans on their way home. And, of course, there’s a touch of humor about sex.