one hundred years of solitude
American Beauty tells the story of one man's search for happiness. The film introduces the audience to Lester Burnham, an ordinary- looking married man and father in his forties. Lester is in a loveless marriage. Lester's wife, Carolyn, is so wrapped-up in her real estate career that Lester often claims that Carolyn doesn't even acknowledge him. Furthermore, Lester's daughter, Jane, is completely distant, often claiming how "pathetic" she thinks her father is. Moreover, Lester has dedicated fourteen years to his occupation, and suddenly, he is in danger of losing his job due to downsizing. All of these factors dramatically effect Lester and culminate into feelings of desperation and vulnerability for him. Lester is therefore in search of an escape and a rebirth. He is seeking the slightest possibility of happiness. Throughout the story Lester is consistently reminiscing on his past; wishing he could have it back. In the beginning portions of the story, Lester, as the narrator, states that "it is never too late to regain your past." The catalyst to this frame
him as he is paying to her. It is important to note that Angela and Lester are never shown in the excitement of the scene. Angela and Lester are at the point of no return. It is not clear what is going his daughter and wife. Furthermore, Lester spontaneously, trades in his Mercedes automobile for a to note that Angela and Lester are never shot in the same frame while sex is still a possibility Lighting adds to this effect. Lighting is used to focus the audience on Lester's eyes and to show a white blouse, the couch she is lying on is white, and the light from outside is dimly shining on
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Approximate Pages = 22 (250 words per page double spaced)
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