don't believe the hype

Rating: 5/10 (31 March 2000)

Number 2 on the IMDB list of all time best movies? Academy Awards out the wazoo? Frankly I expected MUCH more out of this movie. It was good. But JUST good. Many parts were downright vulgar and offensive. I saw it with my wife so it wasn't a problem but I would strongly caution against seeing this movie in mixed company. The very first scene involves Lester (Kevin Spacey) masturbating in the shower.
I don't see what the big deal is about this movie. I have seen all of these actors do much better in other roles so it isn't the acting. The story is pretty good but it is not Oscar caliber in my opinion. This is simply a movie that attempts to be deep and intellectual and full of hidden meaning and symbolism. It misses the mark in my opinion. I give it a 5 out of 10.