Stunning.

Rating: 10/10 (25 October 1999)

I finally had the opportunity to see American Beauty last weekend after many failed attempts to make it to the theater. A Beauty, indeed. Amazing production all around, with performances that could be described as (dare I say) flawless? Kevin Spacey's ability to make a pedophile so likeable had me smiling throughout the film. And yes, the hype about Wes Bentley is all true. His expressions and eyes are so right on all the time. One of the best films of the year. I hope the Academy acknowledges it, even though it *is* pretty dark. I guess we'll find out. Go see it on the big screen!! It's well worth the six or seven dollars.