Review of American Beauty (1999) by Luke D — 05 Sep 2017

American Beauty is a thought provoking masterpiece that keeps your interest with superb acting throughout, especially by Kevin Spacey.

This review of American Beauty (1999) was written by Luke D on 05 Sep 2017.

American Beauty has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Austin N (53) on 24 Sep 2018

1999 was a really good year for filmmaking. Many amazing hit movies were released that year, The Sixth Sense, The Matrix, Toy Story 2…

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By Onat E (18) on 11 Mar 2018

THIS MOVIE CONTAINS EVERY ASPECT OF DRAMA. IT'S FUNNY, CREEPY, SENTIMENTAL AND PURELY AMAZING…

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By Ted W (1,490) on 05 Mar 2018

The Tomatometer is understated - this is an absolute classic. Kevin Spacey is perfect as usual…

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By Pj Nabarro (328) for Patrick Nabarro (306) on 01 Dec 2018

We never really see the downtrodden nature of Burnham's life pre-awakening, we just take it as a given from Burnham's own sarcastic narration…

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By Clem666 (107) on 02 May 2021

Amazing movie. Great soundtrack, terrific acting, inspired plot, pleasant pace and rhythm…

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By Ahmed A (371) on 24 Sep 2018

Speechless! I'm not kidding. I may not review this masterpiece because I really don't have anything to say about this flawless piece of art…

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By Stanley C (339) on 08 Oct 2018

Este magnifico film es la manera mas retorcida y sutil en la que la pedofilia puede centrar en una historia de amor, el guion es impecable…

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By Jeremi M (37) on 30 May 2018

American Beauty tells a story of a middle aged man who fights a midlife crisis. Everything in this movie is great…

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By Eva3Si0N (403) on 10 Oct 2021

American Beauty is an example of a very rare movie that will always be relevant…

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By Abedca (1) on 26 May 2021

A good movie but a bit stereotypical sometimes. A suburban neighborhood with interesting characters and an engaging story…

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