Defending Your Life

"Defending Your Life" is a 1991 film directed by Albert Brooks that blends comedy and fantasy. It follows a man named Daniel Miller who, after dying in a car accident, finds himself in a purgatorial afterlife where souls are put on trial. Here, they defend their actions and choices during their lives to determine whether they can move on to a higher existence or must return to Earth to live again. The film poignantly explores themes of fear, personal growth, and the human experience, combining humor with profound reflections on life and the decisions we make.