"It's hard to stay mad when there's so much beauty in the world." American Beauty is a brilliant debut from director Sam Mendes.

It's a nice movie. But I can't believe Spacey got oscar for this, lol

Learn this in english it sucks, especially when my teacher analyses Lesters strokes probably the best moment, like what language techniques are in that

Flawless. Timeless but also a glimpse into the late 90s.

Rewatched again for the first time in years & it's safe to say this multi layered & insightful look into dysfunctional suburban America still packs a punch, Spacey steals the show as irrelevant & downtrodden Lester Burnham, who goes through a midlife crisis after losing his job & fantasizing over his daughter's high school friend. Special mention to Chris Cooper as Colonel Frank Fitts who has his own demons nearly steals the show.

American Beauty is a dark comedy that follows the Burnham family as they deal with midlife crises, infidelity, and teenage rebellion. It’s a wild ride that explores themes of sexuality, materialism, and redemption.

Creepy creeperton. Kevin Spacey is a felon

An absolute masterpiece.

Simply brilliant .....a must watch, enjoy !

While it's difficult to quite understand what the makers set out to say, the movie is impactful and even scary in a unique way.

this movie is such a meme

A film often called overrated and outdated. In my opinion way off. This is still a very affective and incredible film. With of great acting, great cinematography, great music, and all under two hours. It’s still relevant! Yes 9/11 changed America afterward but people are still deeply unsatisfied with their perfect little so called American Dream lives. This film captures that feeling perfectly. And the garage scene has got to be one of the most underrated suspense sequences I’ve ever seen. In a decade of Best Picture history epics like Braveheart, Forrest Gump, and Titanic to have one set in quiet little suburbia say so much about characters with such stupid little lives speaks volumes of its greatness.

An absolute masterpiece and my favourite movie. That plastic bag has got that beauty, and the rest of the movie too! This movie could not be improved.

Excellent. Although a little creepy.

American Beauty never fully develops its too many characters and lacks in any sort of unique personality. It never became daring or provocative enough for the subject matter and doesn't live up to the full potential of its concept. This film lacks heavily in any amount of heart or sincerity, and it comes off less as a valid criticism of suburbia, and more of a mockery of it by someone who doesn't know anything about it. This film could've easily been saved by focusing more on the characters and their possible complexities than being a pretentious film that ultimately never knows what it's talking about.

Perfect in my eyes. It has everything in it. The cast were awesome. They acted the scenes wonderfully. My eyes were closed before watching this innocent of the world, then it got opened. Opened to the harsh reality of life.

In my top 30 all time favourite movies Dark, wickedly dark Kevin’s spacey and Annette Bening were triumphant, in this film that kinda reminds me of another film about a sparring couple, the war of the roses. Drama, wit, sex, and murder What else do you want? 10/10

A classic movie on a dysfunctional family.

American Beauty is on a shortlist of the greatest films ever made. An exceptionally well written screenplay brought to life by an exceptionally talented cast. We are privileged to see such a beautiful piece of art in our lifetime. Be grateful and watch this film. 100/100 🏆

Brilliant, dark, thoughtful and well crafted.