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American Beauty

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Drama
USA, 1999, 122 min

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Look closer at the most talked about film. A funny, moving and shocking journey through life in suburban America. Look closer at fortysomething ad man Lester Burnham and his status-seeking wife, Carolyn, as their marriage and lives slowly unravel. Lester's wife hates him, his daughter Jane regards him with contempt, and his boss is positioning him for the axe. Look closer, as Lester decides to make a few changes in his life the freer he gets, the happier he gets. But Lester is about to learn that the ultimate freedom comes at the ultimate price. (Umbrella Entertainment)

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Awards

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Academy Awards

  • 2000 - Best Motion Picture of the Year
  • 2000 - Sam Mendes (Best Achievement in Directing)
  • 2000 - Kevin Spacey (Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role)
  • 2000 - Alan Ball (Best Original Screenplay)
  • 2000 - Conrad L. Hall (Best Achievement in Cinematography)
  • 2000 - Annette Bening (Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role)
  • 2000 - Best Achievement in Film Editing
  • 2000 - Thomas Newman (Best Achievement in Music Written for Motion Pictures (Original Score))

British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA)