"What About Bob?" is a 1991 comedy film directed by Frank Oz and starring Bill Murray and Richard Dreyfuss. The film follows the story of Bob Wiley, a neurotic patient who becomes overly reliant on his psychiatrist, Dr. Leo Marvin.
Bob is a man with a multitude of phobias and anxieties, including a fear of elevators and a fear of leaving his apartment. Despite these problems, he is determined to overcome his issues and seeks help from the renowned Dr. Marvin. However, Dr. Marvin is about to go on vacation with his family and is reluctant to take on any new patients. Nevertheless, he agrees to see Bob for a single session before he leaves.
During their session, Bob becomes enamored with Dr. Marvin and his techniques, and begins to implement them into his daily life. However, Dr. Marvin is less than pleased with this development and becomes increasingly frustrated with Bob's over-reliance on him. In an effort to get rid of Bob, Dr. Marvin suggests that he take a vacation to Lake Winnipesaukee, where the Marvin family is also headed.
Despite Dr. Marvin's attempts to discourage him, Bob decides to take the trip and ends up following the Marvin family to their vacation home. From there, he proceeds to insert himself into every aspect of their vacation, causing chaos and hilarity at every turn.
Overall, "What About Bob?" is a lighthearted and humorous film that will have audiences laughing from start to finish. Bill Murray's performance as the lovable, but obsessive Bob Wiley is spot-on, and his chemistry with Richard Dreyfuss' uptight Dr. Marvin is excellent. The film's themes of friendship and the importance of seeking help for mental health issues are also handled in a subtle, yet effective way.
In conclusion, "What About Bob?" is a must-see comedy that is sure to have you laughing and smiling throughout. If you're a fan of Bill Murray or just in need of a good laugh, this film is definitely worth checking out.