Review of American Beauty (1999) by Abhi R — 05 Mar 2014

A smart film about loneliness, emptiness, and the need for life in a lifeless reality.

This review of American Beauty (1999) was written by Abhi R on 05 Mar 2014.

American Beauty has generally received very positive reviews.

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