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Events on Wednesday 15 September 1999 1
1999American Beauty ReleasedSuburban drama wins critical acclaimAmerican Beauty, directed by Sam Mendes and starring Kevin Spacey, opened in theaters in September 1999. The film's dark satire of suburban American life won five Academy Awards including Best Picture. It became one of the most discussed films of the year.