Sharpest film I've seen in a loooong time

Rating: 10/10 (17 January 2000)

With it's razor sharp wit and biting satire this movie drags you into it's murky depths and has you rolling in the aisles. Sam Mendes was smart when he waited so long to jump into film. 'American Beauty' has beautiful cinematography, editing that screams along with the pacing, tremendous acting, and a wickedly funny script. Best Picture of the year... no doubt. Best Picture of the decade... possibly. It's been called the definative movie of the '90's and I can't help, but agree.