Comedy
United States of America
The Guilt Trip is a 2012 comedy film directed by Anne Fletcher and starring Seth Rogen and Barbra Streisand. Rogen plays Andy, an inventor who has developed a revolutionary new organic cleaning product. He is about to embark on a cross-country trip to pitch his product to various retailers, and he decides to invite his mother, Joyce (Streisand), along for the ride.
Joyce is a doting and overprotective mother who loves to talk and has a habit of meddling in her son's life. Despite some initial reluctance, Andy agrees to take his mother on the trip, hoping to bond with her and improve their relationship.
As they journey from New Jersey to Las Vegas, the two bicker and argue, but also have moments of laughter and bonding. Along the way, they encounter various mishaps and obstacles, including car trouble, a visit to a cowboy steakhouse, and a run-in with some old flames.
Despite the challenges, Andy and Joyce eventually make their way to Las Vegas, where they meet with a potential investor. However, things do not go as planned, and Andy begins to doubt himself and his invention.
In the end, Andy and Joyce reconcile and return home, with Andy finding renewed confidence in his product thanks to his mother's support and encouragement. The Guilt Trip is a heartwarming and hilarious film about the ups and downs of family relationships and the power of love and perseverance.
