Nov 04, 2023jimbo_yosemite rated this title 1.5 out of 5 stars
It started out OK but by the midpoint it was going downhill fast...stupid and boring.
The real irony of this movie is Kevin Spacey is actually the Army Colonel in real life.
So the Political correctness of the film is turned on its head. …
Jul 23, 2023vickmeister rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Somehow I never got around to seeing this during its heyday. I was quite impressed. We follow the lives of an unhappy suburban father, mother, and daughter who are all frustrated with each other. After an explosive argument, the father…
Oct 21, 2020The_Most_Casual_Observer rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
🌹Those who think movies are meant to serve as good moral examples and have likable characters you can admire, will probably be disappointed in "American Beauty." Those who have outgrown their childish beliefs, will find a lot to think…
For me it was impossible to separate the actor Kevin Spacey, (an alleged sexual predator who used his fame to prey on his subordinates and admirers), and the character, Lester Burnham, a vile pedophile. It was creepy. The film is…
Jul 08, 2018ofacertainage rated this title 1 out of 5 stars
This film is a classic of self-indulgence (on the part of those who made it) showcasing politically correct prejudices and gross stereotyping at which people should indeed "look closer". The irony of that is probably not the intended…
After a middle-class father becomes bored with his mundane life, he begins to seek thrill and excitement, while also pursuing his lust for his daughter’s friend. In the meantime, his wife becomes fed up with her husband’s behavior and does…
Dec 20, 2013Ron@Ottawa rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
An excellent debut film by British director Sam Mendes. the story is about the three members of a dysfunctional family, and their neighbours and friends. Due to the subject matter, it may not be everyone's cup of tea. But I find it very…
Jul 08, 2013TheRyanMcNeil rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
One of the best movies of all time. Kevin Spacey at his absolute best. Although it is a drama i was surprised with the amount of humour in it. This movie defiantly deserved Best Picture.
A must see for everyone at some point.
amazing…
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lasertravis
May 01, 2013lasertravis rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
An incredible drama with some dark humor. Killer performances by everyone. Smartly written. Brilliant. However, the movie is graphic and probably not for everyone.
Apr 07, 2013re_discover rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Amazing movie! So much more than you think. I can't quite tell you why I liked it, but I do.
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laustcawz
Aug 17, 2012laustcawz rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Barbara_Gordon (Batgirl reference?)--If you like the cinematography here, check out 1980's "Ordinary People"--same cinematographer, Conrad L. Hall, & same subject matter, a dysfunctional family.
joeguy & missy2--I wonder if your…
Dec 03, 2010royalprincess99 rated this title 2.5 out of 5 stars
Got some Oscars, some accolades, some lovers, some haters. Kevin Spacey plays his role so well that I cannot imagine him to be anything else at all in real life. However, it is quite the disgusting movie and I didn't like it.
Jun 11, 2010missy2 rated this title 1 out of 5 stars
Disturbing and perverse tale of need for middle-aged male freedom and the expression of its sexual libido -- at any cost. Female characters are either victims and/or objects of male obsession. Extreme overacting by Annette Bening.
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