Review of Defending Your Life (1991) by Evan A — 12 Aug 2007

Just remarkable, in its poignant intent, Streep's character and how overlooked it has been as the years go on and on.

This review of Defending Your Life (1991) was written by Evan A on 12 Aug 2007.

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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By John K (1,706) on 08 Oct 2011

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By Kathleen Maher (33) for Austin Chronicle (7,653) on 19 May 2015

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 Shay B (131) on 03 Aug 2016

Silly and cute even if it is completely dated and totally not how the afterlife is going to be at all…

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By Keith C (780) on 13 Apr 2017

Not Albert Brooks' funniest film, but makes up for it with a wonderful performance from Streep and a deeply satisfying ending…

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A great movie about life choices and being fearless…

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