‘American Beauty’ won in the Best Picture category at the 72nd Academy Awards. It is an American drama-comedy film. It was the breakout film for writer Alan Ball and director Sam Mendes.
The movie was widely acclaimed by many, even though it got negative reviews too. Kevin Spacey as Lester Burnham portrays the character of a 42 year old advertising executive who gets attracted to a teenager.
The story concerns his midlife crisis, and efforts to find happiness. Kevin Spacey won his second Oscar for his performance in this movie.
The film is described by academics as a satire on American middle-class notions of beauty and personal satisfaction. The movie follows a traditional narrative.
‘American Beauty’ won five Academy Awards: Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor (Spacey), Best Original Screenplay and Best Cinematography.
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