American Beauty isn't it a great film?

Answer 1

There are few films, and I have seen quite a number, that have made such an immediate impact on me as American Beauty. As soon as I had seen it I was certain it was something a bit special. Most of the widely acclaimed "classics" have the special combination of a very strong storyline complimented by fantastic & complex characters (i.e. The Godfather). Alternately, American Beauty's strength rests entirely on it's wonderful characters, as there is no specific story line to speak of - it is merely a snap shot into the life of an interesting (to say the least!) and apparently "regular" American family. Ultimately, the movie's charm lies in the fact that no matter what the age and social status of the viewer, there are characters, or mannerisms of the characters, that the audience can identify with. For instance, Lester's contempt for the man he has become, for the life he has, that seems to have crept up on him without him even knowing or realising it. Or Janie's resentment for her parents - for their selfishness and apparent lack of genuine interest in anything she does. There must surely be countless middle aged men or angst ridden teenagers around the civilised world who could identify with such situations/feelings? For me, the truly unique quality of this film, was that after watching it and becoming completely engrossed in the wonderful array of characters it introduces us to, I actually took a little look at myself, at my life and asked a few questions that I hadn't consciously considered before. Movies that have such an impact are few and far between.

Answer 2

I have mixed feelings about the film. I thought it was well done in all respects (the writing, the direction, the acting, the cinematography, etc...), but, at the same time, I thought the film was a little conceited, and it was difficult to feel genuine emotions for it's lead characters. I think it's the type of film you can admire, without necessarily embracing. My favorite aspect of the film was the performance by Chris Cooper.

Answer 3

American Beauty is a great flick! I love Annette Bening's character, she reminds me of a local realtor.

Answer 4

i presumed "American attractiveness" develop into ok at terrific. i've got seen copies of early variations of the script, and what finally made it to the show develop into in ordinary terms a watered-down version of the unique tale theory. Annette Bening's overall performance develop into overwrought. i'm susceptible to diminish the action picture slack as a results of fact it develop into directed by way of a guy (Sam Mendes) who made his call in the valid theatre. i could take the two of Mendes' next videos -- "highway to Perdition" and "Jarhead" -- over "American attractiveness."

Answer 5

havent seen it in ages but remember really liking the film... kevin spacey is cool

Answer 6

Oh god yes, & Wes Bentley is so freakishly beautiful too

Answer 7

yeah trust i seen far better ones. waint that great

Answer 8

I thought it was over rated.

Answer 9

It is, I would have rattled her silly if I was him though, what cute little titties!!

Answer 10

One of my favs.