Review of Defending Your Life (1991) by Lynette M — 18 Nov 2006

This enlightening film is all about overcoming fears to live your life fully. What a wonderful message!

This review of Defending Your Life (1991) was written by Lynette M on 18 Nov 2006.

Defending Your Life has generally received positive reviews.

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Loved this when I was younger, thanks to my dad for introducing me to the brilliance of Albert Brooks. Definitely a good watch…

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Yeah. An Albert Brooks movie. Aren't I supposed to like these things. Brooks is the king of corn and his title is well intact here…

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