Defending Your Life 1991
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56 Reviews
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SplatIs there love after death? After he dies suddenly, the hapless advertising executive Daniel Miller finds himself in Judgment City, a gleaming way station where the newly deceased must prove they lived a life of sufficient courage to advance in their journey through the universe. As the self-doubting Daniel struggles to make his case, a budding relationship with the uninhibited Julia offers him a chance to finally feel alive.
Videos & Photos
All 5 Videos & 245 Photos
cast
Full Cast & Crew
as Daniel Miller
as Julia
as Bob Diamond
as Lena Foster
as Agency Head
as Jeep Owner
as Car Salesman
as Tram Guide
as Stan
as Porter
Director:
Writer:
Albert Brooks
Stars:
Albert Brooks, Meryl Streep, Rip Torn, Lee Grant, Michael Durrell, James Eckhouse, Gary Beach, Julie Cobb, Peter Schuck, Time Winters,
Genres:
Romance,Fantasy,Comedy,Drama
Release Date:
1991 (U.S.A)
Run Time:
111 min
MMPA Rating:
PG
Critics Reviews
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“Unrelenting and human. This film doesn’t chase trends — it carves its own lane with heart and grit.”
“It’s rare to see a story this economical yet emotionally expansive. A quiet storm of a screenplay.”
“This is the kind of film that reminds you why producing indies matters. Vision, integrity, and something to say.”
“There’s a pulse to this performance-driven story. Raw, exposed, and honest. I’d audition for this world anytime.”
“A visual and emotional tightrope — and it never falls off. Confident filmmaking with soul.”
“Dialogue that feels lived-in. It doesn’t shout — it breathes. The writing feels like eavesdropping on real lives.”
“Impossibly polished for the budget. You can see the producing team hustled hard to make every frame count.”
Audience Reviews
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Stayed so true to the source material but still had its own must-see moments. A beautiful revival.
Overlong and bogged down in dark photography and art direction, this live action remake doesn’t come close to the magic that was the animated original.
My daughter and I absolutely loved this movie! The actors they selected were spot on compared to their animated version! A must see!!!!! Bravo!!!
im not a big fan of live action remakes, but this was solid!
Cast & Crew of
Defending Your Life
Directors & Credit Writers
Credit Writers
Cast
as Daniel Miller
as Julia
as Bob Diamond
as Lena Foster
as Agency Head
as Jeep Owner
as Car Salesman
as Tram Guide
as Stan
as Porter
as Susan
as Soap Opera Woman
as Soap Opera Man
as Game Show Moderator
as Game Show Contestant
as Game Show Contestant
as Waitress
as Elderly Woman on Tram
as Helen
as Comedian
as Arthur
as Ernie
as Daniel's Judge
as Daniel's Judge
as Daniel as a Boy
as Bully
as Child in Schoolyard
as Daniel as an Infant
as Daniel's Father
as Daniel's Mother
as Steve
as Mr. Wadworth
as Sushi Hostess
as Head Sushi Chef
as Sushi Chef
as Sushi Chef
as Sushi Chef
as Frank
as Talk Show Host
as Talk Show Guest
as Dick Stanley
as Casio Tipster
as Daniel's Date
as Daniel's Wife
as Used Car Salesman
as Used Car Salesman
as Sam
as Julia's Prosecutor
as Julia's Judge
as Julia's Judge
as Shirley MacLaine
as Man in Past Lives Pavilion
as Woman in Past Lives Pavilion
as Victorian Girl
as Sumo Wrestler
as Native
as Knight
as Majestic Doorman
as Peter
as Stage Manager
as Banquet Manager
as Fire Marshall
as Julia's Daughter
as Julia's Son
as Maitre d'
as Eduardo
as Martin
as Ticket Counter Agent
as Tram Port Attendant
as Tram Port Attendant
as Tram Port Attendant
as Tram Driver
as Deceased Lady (uncredited)
as Afterlife Traveler (uncredited)
as Man in Heaven (uncredited)
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