Albert Brooks: Defending My Life
“Comedian. Actor. Filmmaker.”
Synopsis
Rob Reiner profiles Albert Brooks, comedic legend, acclaimed filmmaker, talented character actor and a lifelong friend, who Reiner first met in their high school drama club.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2023-10-26
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AFI Fest
Festival / Special Debut
November 11, 2023
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rob Reiner
- Original Score
- Marc Shaiman
- Original Title
- Albert Brooks: Defending My Life
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Production Studios
- Castle Rock Entertainment, HBO Documentary Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rob Reiner
Marc Shaiman
Barry Markowitz, Rocker Meadows
Bob Joyce
Rob Reiner, Hernan Narea, Michelle Goldfine, Matthew George, Derrick Rossi
Department Leadership Roster
Rob Reiner
Director
Rob Reiner
Producer
Matthew George
Producer
Michele Reiner
Producer
Bob Joyce
Editor
Barry Markowitz
Director of Photography
Rocker Meadows
Director of Photography
Marc Shaiman
Original Music Composer
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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What is Albert Brooks: Defending My Life about?
Rob Reiner profiles Albert Brooks, comedic legend, acclaimed filmmaker, talented character actor and a lifelong friend, who Reiner first met in their high school drama club.
Who directed Albert Brooks: Defending My Life?
Albert Brooks: Defending My Life was directed by Rob Reiner.
Who stars in Albert Brooks: Defending My Life?
The principal cast of Albert Brooks: Defending My Life includes Albert Brooks, Rob Reiner, Chris Rock, Conan O'Brien, Wanda Sykes.
When was Albert Brooks: Defending My Life released and how long is it?
Albert Brooks: Defending My Life was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
Who composed the musical score for Albert Brooks: Defending My Life?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Albert Brooks: Defending My Life was composed by Marc Shaiman.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Albert Brooks: Defending My Life?
Albert Brooks: Defending My Life holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).