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Defending Your Life is a 1991 American romantic comedy-fantasy film about a man who finds himself on trial in the afterlife, where proceedings examine his lifelong fears, to determine whether he will be reincarnated on Earth, or move on to the next phase of existence. Written, directed, and starring Albert Brooks, the film also stars Meryl Streep, Rip Torn, Lee Grant, and Buck Henry. Despite comedic overtones, the…
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A film can have somewhat complicated premise and deal with some serious subjects, while being light-hearted at the same time. This rare achievement belongs to Albert Brooks, writer and director of 1991 fantasy comedy *Defending Your Life*. Brooks also stars in the film in the role of Daniel Miller, Los Angeles advertising executive. The plot begins on 39th birthday, when he treats himself with BMW convertible. He do…More
