I could not believe this film!!

Rating: 10/10 (2 November 2000)

I put off seeing this movie because after seeing the trailers I just was not sure that I would enjoy it. I rented it yesterday and have been kicking myself ever since because I didn't rent it sooner, and when I return to the video store today I will be buying it!! I became a fan of Kevin Spacey after seeing him in "The Usual Suspects" as Verbal Kint. In fact I have enjoyed him in just about everything he has done. But his performance in American Beauty was amazing, ensuring that the character of Lester Burnham, once understood, will not be forgotten for a very long time. Annette Benning, Thora Birch, Wes Bentley, Ricky Fitts and Mena Suvari all give excellent supporting performances as well. I can't recommend this movie highly enough.