Review of "American Beauty"

Rating: 10/10 (16 June 2011)

What to say about "American Beauty"? Hmmm. I have never seen a movie that cogently blends together elements of a pragmatic social satire and a poignant domestic tragedy. Though, this is by far one of the most messed up films I have ever seen. . .it is also one of the best. Kevin Spacey gives one of his most memorable performances with his Academy Award Winning Turn as Lester Burnham - a character that is definitely flawed, but you just can't help but like him. Another aspect of the film I admired was the soundtrack. Thomas Newman really succeeds in creating a provocative, yet beautiful score that adequately complements the movie's overall tone. In the end, I feel that "American Beauty" is a movie that most people can and will enjoy.