Very deep and thought provoking...

Rating: Null/10 (16 June 2001)

There's a lot of levels in this film. Whilst you think the main level is Kevin Spacey's character as a frustrated middle-aged man wanting to return to his teenage years, the film actually involves a lot more characters than you think. From the ex- US Marine father of the neighbour across the road,to the intense sex that the main character's wife (Annette Benning) experiences when she meets someone with money and power. But the most touching part of this film for me, is when Kevin Spacey finally meets the American Beauty.
I wont spoil it for you though - but, believe me, there is a very touching and human element to this film. Although it may be portrayed as a "mid life crisis" kind of film, its not. There's a lot going on, with lots of different strong characters at different ages all mixing into the pot.

I came away from this film more aware of myself, and more philosophical about life. And this is just a film.
So, yeah, get this film out - it might make you think about life a bit...