> [!custom-soil-type]- Note Details > - Growth stage: [[soil ✨]] > - Type: [[Navigate/Types/Movie|Movie]] > - Topics: [[Navigate/Topics/consciousness|consciousness]] > - Source: ## Movie Summary "Defending Your Life" is a romantic comedy-fantasy film written, directed, and starring Albert Brooks. The movie follows the story of Daniel Miller, a recently deceased advertising executive who finds himself in the afterlife and must defend his life's decisions in a court-like setting. While waiting for his verdict, Daniel falls in love with a woman named Julia and discovers the joys of living in the moment, free from fear and doubt. The film features an imaginative and humorous portrayal of the afterlife, with a standout performance by Meryl Streep as Julia. "Defending Your Life" is a thought-provoking and heartwarming movie that encourages viewers to live life to the fullest and embrace the unknown. ## Movie Poster