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Tag Archives: Movies about death
“We Are All Going to Die” by Stefan Hunt
A fantastical look at what it looks like to face our fear of death
In 2017, Stefan Hunt was facing an existential crisis. A filmmaker with an enviable career that allowed him to travel all over the world, he was beset by anxiety, questioning the meaning of everything in his life, from his relationships … Continue reading
“Defending Your Life” by Albert Brooks
A cult comedy classic explores the meaning of life with a dose of dark humor and fantasy
In the arena of films exploring death and dying, I’m taking a look back at 1991, the year that gave us “Defending Your Life,” a high-concept romantic comedy written, directed, and starring the brilliant Albert Brooks. Brooks plays Daniel Miller, … Continue reading
“The Queen” by Stephen Frears
The inside story of Princess Diana's death
The movie “The Queen,” released in 2006, follows the aftermath of Princess Diana’s death in a car crash. While much of the UK is plunged into mourning, Queen Elizabeth II (Helen Mirren) remains unaffected by the loss. She had not … Continue reading
“The Bucket List” by Rob Reiner
The comedic buddy film challenges us to think about terminal illness and life itself
“The Bucket List” is not only a comedic buddy movie, but also a unique and thought-provoking look at terminal illness. Morgan Freeman and Jack Nicholson share the screen as the film’s protagonists, Carter Chambers and Edward Cole. The two characters’ … Continue reading
