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The first true story of what happens after you die. - Defending Your Life
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Title: Defending Your Life

Release Date: 22 Mar 1991

Runtime: 1h 51m

Genre: Comedy, Fantasy, Romance

Director: Geffen Pictures, Warner Bros. Pictures

Production Companies: Geffen Pictures, Warner Bros. Pictures

Overview: Is 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.

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Ratings

Average Vote: 6.9 (271 votes)

Cast

  • Daniel Miller: Albert Brooks
  • Julia: Meryl Streep
  • Bob Diamond: Rip Torn
  • Lena Foster: Lee Grant
  • Agency Head: Michael Durrell
  • Jeep Owner: James Eckhouse
  • Car Salesman: Gary Beach
  • Tram Guide: Julie Cobb
  • Stan: Peter Schuck
  • Porter: Time Winters
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