is it just me? Am I imagining it? I could swear she got cuter, or at least more professional, thinner, nicer, and more helpful, every time George dreamed up a new world. (I'm talking about Dr. Haber's secretary here, in case anyone is unsure who Miss Crouch is). She dressed progressively better too. I think it was always the same actress, but, she just seemed to look better every time.
You are toast, my toasty friend.
I always liked that subtle touch! It says to me that while Haber is constantly, angrily chiding George's unconscious for twisting the dream & its results, Haber's own unconscious is at work as well, not just in the conscious upgrade of his status, but the upgrade of Miss Crouch. He's an important man, after all, and he deserves a better secretary! :)
Of course the early line where he reveals his daydreams about being a hero & saving the whole damn world lets us know immediately that his supposedly altruistic desire to makes things better (which may be true in itself) has its roots in some very dark places of ego & insecurity. Why does HE have to save the world? What is it that he needs so desperately to prove -- to someone, a loved or demanding parent, his own self-image? Whatever the reason, he has a need to be Someone Important, admired & respected by all for his nobility, dedication, etc. The constant upgrade of Miss Crouch is one indicator of this driving need.
Here are some photos of her (actress Niki Flacks).
www.google.com/images?newwindow=1&rlz=1T4GGNI_enUS517US517&tbm =isch&q=NIKI-FLACKS&spell=1&sa=X&ei=i76vUthExquQB9nqgJ AG&ved=0CFAQvwUoAA&dpr=1&biw=988&bih=559
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Sig Line:
Many cynics and skeptics mistake their hubris negativity for actual intelligence.