Hard to lose interest.

Rating: 7/10 (23 March 2000)

For one of the most critically acclaimed movies of all time, I was surprised at how predictable it was. Usually whenever I watch a Kevin Spacey movie, I am totally perplexed until the movie ends, and then I have to see it over again to understand it as a whole. Spacey is fantastic in this dark comedy, the scene where he finally has a conversation at the dinner table with his family is incredible. He is able to get your full attention and you are pulled into his character for a few wonderful brief moments. Acting like that is rare, especially when you notice how passive his character is... This movie is wonderfully written, directed and acted, even Annette Benning is tolerable and entertaining in this timeless gem.