Review of Defending Your Life (1991) by Jennie M — 08 Dec 2007

Another movie that touches on reincarnation in such a funny way. Love the Shirley MacLaine cameo and how advanced people eat differently :).

This review of Defending Your Life (1991) was written by Jennie M on 08 Dec 2007.

Defending Your Life has generally received positive reviews.

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By Mark O (468) on 16 Aug 2014

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One of my favorite movies . What is life without concurring your fears ? Albert must have spent some time in therapy to write this script…

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Brilliant. Brooks at his best as actor, writer & director…

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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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