There's too much to say about this movie, but right here, I'll say it in three words: It is amazing. Sam Mendes' American Beauty is cinematic perfection. The acting is excellent and the story is very unusual and enjoyable. Lisa Schwarzbaum of Entertainment Weekly named this the worst best picture winner, but I would have to disagree. I'd say its one of the best.
American Beauty is a strange, but very beautiful story. It is the story of Lester Burnham, in an award winning performance by Kevin Spacey, whose life is about to crack at any minute. He is married to a wife he doesn't love anymore (Anette Bening) and has a daughter (Thora Birch). At one of his daughter's cheerleading sessions, he meets her friend (Mena Suvari) and falls in love with her. Here begins Lester's midlife crisis.
What isn't there to say about the acting? Even the young lead actors, including Wes Bentley in one of his first major movies, give strong performances. Only one actor walked away with an award, but I guess the award for best picture will suffice.
Along with this, the direction and writing are also perfect. Alan Ball, who has also written Six Feet Under and recently True Blood, delivers quick, witty dialogue. Sam Mendes uses some pretty standard directing techniques and makes them interesting using color.
Although the plot of the movie may be strange, that should not hold you back from the movie. Yes, if you were interested, Mena Suvari does show her breasts. Now will you watch the movie? I thought so. This should be viewed by everyone, why?, because it is one of the best movies...ever.
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