American Beauty
Lester Burnham, a depressed suburban father in a mid-life crisis, decides to turn his hectic life around after developing an infatuation with his daughter's attractive friend.
Release Year
1999
Runtime
122 min
Audience Score
8.0
Genres
Drama
Story Snapshot
Lester Burnham, a depressed suburban father in a mid-life crisis, decides to turn his hectic life around after developing an infatuation with his daughter's attractive friend.
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American Beauty is a immersive pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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