Albert Brooks: Defending My Life
Nov 12 2023
•1h 28m
•Documentary
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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Albert Brooks
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Rob Reiner
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Chris Rock
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Conan O'Brien
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