Why didn't I see it sooner?

Rating: Null/10 (2 April 2000)

I have been in love with Kevin Spacey and his acting skills for a long time, and I am even more amazed at his skill now that I have seen American Beauty. How often do we see a drama that makes us laugh and a comedy that makes us think all wrapped up in the same movie? This one does it. I laughed and cried and gasped and nodded my head in agreement throughout the entire movie. I wish it could have been an hour longer, but it was perfect as is. It deserved every Academy Award it won. I suggest everyone who has at least one doubt about American society and what good it has left to offer go see this movie and let the question be answered for you. One word---Wow.