

“... look closer”
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.
Director
Writer
Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$15,000,000
Revenue
$356,296,601

Middle-aged suburban husband Richard abruptly tells his wife, Maria, that he wants a divorce. As Richard takes up with a younger woman, Maria enjoys a night on the town with her friends and meets a younger man. As the couple and those around them confront a seemingly futile search for what they've lost -- love, excitement, passion -- this classic American independent film explores themes of aging and alienation.

Angela Hayes

Alan Ball Wins Original Screenplay: 2000 Oscars
Featurette
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