American Beauty (the ending)

gregingram1970 Says:

Nov 19, 2008 - cliche? or an ecclectic mix of cinematic poetry? if you know movies, as i do, you will obviously be in the know that this is the best contemporary film to date. i prefer to view this film as 1)a critique of the american dream 2)do not be a victim of consumerism as it steals the real 'bits' of what a fulfilling life should. Its a unique film with unique performances. if ever there was a thought provoking film, its this.

Sean2122dd Says:

Nov 20, 2008 - alan ball wrote this, simply amazing, he hasnt written for film since, only plays and television. did you know that he originally wrote it as a play but he decided to make it a movie - i wonder what it would be like as a play...

ccjohn Says:

Nov 20, 2008 - That is the entire point. In the middle of total banality, there is such a thing as beauty. All the characters know they are estranged from something more. The kid next door is beginning to understand it, but in the end only Lester is gathered in by it. American Beauty is a satire of satires. Unlike irony it is not ultimately afraid of meaning. It is the greatest American film.

himynameisroman Says:

Nov 20, 2008 - waIT SO WHO KILLED HIM?

brewcity8 Says:

Nov 21, 2008 - the neighbor

marinellic Says:

Nov 21, 2008 - great ending. great movie

Nikki817 Says:

Nov 22, 2008 - His wife thought he killed himself and picked up the gun and threw it in the laundry bin, however, his neighbor killed him because he thought that Kevin Spacey (the character) had "corrupted" his son into being gay, but they, Kevin and the son, were both heteros!

Nikki817 Says:

Nov 22, 2008 - There is a God/creator, that's what this movie is about

gregingram1970 Says:

Nov 22, 2008 - This is the best film ever made. Let me make that clear and Il tell you why i belive it. I think the characters, are so well brought to life. I can identify with Lesters feelings of displacement and fragmentation. He is wondering why he has the job he has and it dawned on him that it is not fulfilling.

gregingram1970 Says:

Nov 22, 2008 - Carolyn Burnham is the status obsessed ass that lives in most of streets these days:middle class Mrs keeping up with the jonses. Materialism and consumed at being a consumer...but not aware of her 'condition' - thats one of the things Lester realised that his wife never.

gregingram1970 Says:

Nov 22, 2008 - In fact, thats the root of the movie. The american dream doesnt bring happyness, mabye wealth, but, at what cost? You realise the day you die because having stuff only remains in the memory a short time but significant people stay with you forever.

gregingram1970 Says:

Nov 22, 2008 - Humour: this has so many themes of suburban life orchestrated from start to end and its highlighted in the funniest ways...the drive in? It was the excuse he needed to end the eggshell marriage.

gregingram1970 Says:

Nov 22, 2008 - for me, this film wouldnt have been what it was for kevin spacey. Im grateful for this as it is a milestone in my life. as lover of the cinema, it touched me in a 'spiritual way' or somewhere in my mind that made me appreciate having less to be more content.

gregingram1970 Says:

Nov 22, 2008 - HIs loss of direction in his life...was ignited...with his obsession with angela hayes was him transferring what he had with Carolyn on to Angela. He wanted to hold on to his youth, his grip on life because it just floats past so slowly, but floats by.

gregingram1970 Says:

Nov 22, 2008 - I could talk about this film for a long time. I think it has a place wiht the graduate, angels with dirty faces and toy story for being sentimental and honest and with a message for mankind. American Beauty - look closer, the American Dream dont bring happyness but a panging hunger to be a consumer without a heart.

nataliexx13 Says:

Nov 22, 2008 - a truly beautiful film. cinematic elements were brilliant, actors were amazing, it was well written with an incredibly heartwrenching and thoughtprovoking ending. love it.

Rainb0wToes0x Says:

Nov 23, 2008 - This scene makes me want to cry.Sometimes I think my own heart beats a bit faster from listening to this. As if I can almost feel the energy that's flowing through me; like it's about it make me explode.This film makes me want to cry, even though the tears may never come.

xxmuzicchickxx Says:

Nov 24, 2008 - i saw this movie for the first time yesterday. it has become one of my favorites. this was a perfect ending. it reassured me that life is fragile and were all on our way to the understanding of life and death once we experience it. we are getting closer to that moment every second..

jadefalcon5 Says:

Nov 24, 2008 - sometimes not saying anything is justice enough.but oh yesssone flew is also incredible.

JayHood007 Says:

Nov 25, 2008 - IMO this is the greatest film ever made ... no lie ive seen this movie over 20 times over the years and it never gets old ... never has a film made me go through so many emotions ... brilliant work.

Stewardballin11 Says:

Nov 26, 2008 - The BEST ending i have ever seen in my entire life.(maybe the saw ending was great too ;) )... but just a wonderful movieit is reflecting life just perfectly

antonyvt Says:

Nov 29, 2008 - best ending ever.

sockglue Says:

Nov 29, 2008 - Best ending evar :C

KBDB91 Says:

Nov 30, 2008 - so who shot him?

EddBSmith Says:

Dec 1, 2008 - The dude that was in the US Marine Corps. I forgot his name but it's him, that's why the woman runs into the cupboard crying.