The movie 'American Beauty' directed by Sam Mendes, starring Kevin Spacey, Annette Bening, and Thora Birch, was released in theaters.
American Beauty won five Academy Awards including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Original Screenplay, and Best Cinematography.
Filming for the movie 'American Beauty' began under the direction of Sam Mendes.
Lester Burnham narrates his own story from beyond his death, introducing the audience to his suburban life and dissatisfaction.
Lester becomes infatuated with his daughter's friend Angela Hayes, sparking a mid-life crisis.
Lester decides to quit his unsatisfying job and pursue a more carefree lifestyle, including working at a fast-food restaurant.
Colonel Frank Fitts grows suspicious of Lester's behavior and makes an effort to spy on him.
Ricky Fitts is revealed to be involved in selling marijuana and videotaping life around him.
Jane Burnham and Ricky Fitts begin a romantic relationship, providing them both emotional support.
Lester fantasizes about and attempts to connect with Angela, resulting in a complicated interaction.
Colonel Fitts reveals to Ricky that he is gay, leading to a complex family dynamic.
Lester is shot and killed by Colonel Fitts in a tragic culmination of tensions.
