Russell Brand: Messiah Complex

In a live recording at Hammersmith Apollo, Russell explores the values of heroes and leaders. He introduces 'Messiah Complex,' a condition in which individuals believe they may be the messiah. He questions whether Jesus, Che Guevara, Gandhi, Malcolm X, and Hitler might have had it. These figures have significantly shaped lives and influenced thought. Their images are frequently used to symbolize ideas that often have little to do with them. Russell asks whether Gandhi would support Apple, if Che Guevara would endorse Madonna, and if Jesus would support Christianity. He concludes that such associations are largely meaningless, urging the audience to stop voting, ignore advertising, seek the transcendent within themselves and others, and, on their way out, to kick over some bins. The show also includes sexual content.