Sam Mendes, 1999, USA
Sam Mendes’ modern parable on suburban angst and the American Dream strikes the perfect balance of style and substance as Lester Burnham (Kevin Spacey) recounts his midlife crisis and subsequent transformation. Featuring an all-star cast including Annette Bening, Chris Cooper, Allison Janney, and Wes Bentley, this beautifully crafted debut film peels back the layers of middle-class life in America. Winner of 5 Academy Awards including Best Picture, Actor, Director, Screenplay, and Cinematography.
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