Beautified lives of the beleaguered

Rating: 10/10 (14 June 2012)

Winner, Best Picture, 2000.
One movie that puts what an average American harps for everyday- need for affluence, need for plush upholstery, need for a new partner, need for a luxurious living and a steady flow of income, desire to look good, and need for narcotics.
Sam Mendes has brought all the aforementioned through some stellar performances by the cast, especially by Kevin Spacey, who not only plays the beleaguered man but also narrates his life in backward mode up to the time of his death in a way that is quite touching and timely humor. And it's hard not only for the weak-hearted folks but for every viewer to try and not shed tears towards the end. Such is the movie- it makes you feel like you're a part of the movie and imbibe the movie.
The euphonious background score, and the colorful cinematography are one of the other awesome facets of the movie.