Review of American Beauty (1999) by David H — 10 Sep 2013
"Sometimes there's so much beauty in the world, I feel like I can't take it..." From director Sam Mendes comes the modern cinematic masterpiece American Beauty. The visual style of the film is stunning, making excellent use of cinematography and set design.
And, composer Thomas Newman provides an amazing score that's emotionally powerful. Featuring Kevin Spacey, Mena Suvari, Thora Birch, Wes Bentley, and Annette Bening, the casting is exceptional; Spacey in particular gives an extraordinary performance.
A touching film that looks beneath the superficiality of life, American Beauty is a remarkably compelling drama.
This review of American Beauty (1999) was written by David H on 10 Sep 2013.
American Beauty has generally received very positive reviews.
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