Review of Defending Your Life (1991) by Anthony S — 16 Aug 2008

A nice little film that's pretty witty. I am not the biggest Albert Brooks fan, but I liked him in this.

This review of Defending Your Life (1991) was written by Anthony S on 16 Aug 2008.

Defending Your Life has generally received positive reviews.

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Defending Your Life has been out 20 years but this was my first viewing, infact before it was discussed on a recent podcast I'd never even…

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By Dale W (156) on 17 Sep 2011

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The movie's light, easily forgotten and very good for a few laughs. I sure hope that eating thing comes true…

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By Marcelo V (18) on 09 Jan 2012

Albert Brooks, Rip Torn, Buck Henry....Hilarious...little brains…

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I like movies like where I can't exactly explain why I liked it so much. The 2 hours just flew by…

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Please God, when I have to defend my life let me have Lee Grant…

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