Very good indeed

Rating: 9/10 (16 December 2000)

I'm not an American, and I've never been to the US, so I don't know if this is an accurate portrayal of American suburban life. I suspect the elements are exaggerations of the actual, to better illustrate the points. However, if this is how things really are, then I am truly, truly sorry for you guys. I really am.
But seriously; whatever the resemblance to reality, it was a really good story. Certainly one of the best movies I have seen, in my opinion.
There is a scene, when Lester and Carolyn (Spacey and Bening), are at the "business function", and the camera cuts to Lester at the bar. Just the expression on Lester's face. Well I thought it was really funny, anyway.
This is a movie with great depth and sensitivity, and acted brilliantly. It's also very refreshing to see a "relationship" movie where the man is not portrayed as the bad guy.