1. Revolutionary Road
#561 most popular movie yesterdayStarring Kate Winslet and Leonardo DiCaprio as a couple facing the crushing disappointment of their ordinary existence, Revolutionary Road echoes the existential dread and critique of suburban life seen in American Beauty.
7 movies like Revolutionary Road...2. The Virgin Suicides
#629 most popular movie yesterdayThe Virgin Suicides offers a haunting look at the lives of five sisters in suburbia, shrouded in mystery and tragedy, paralleling American Beauty's exploration of themes like lost innocence and the dark underbelly of suburban life.
4 movies like The Virgin Suicides...3. The Descendants
#719 most popular movie yesterdayThis film stars George Clooney as a land baron who tries to reconnect with his two daughters after his wife suffers a boating accident, offering a poignant family drama with a touch of dark comedy, akin to the storytelling in American Beauty.
8 movies like The Descendants...4. Magnolia
#966 most popular movie yesterdayMagnolia weaves together the lives of multiple characters seeking happiness and meaning in San Fernando Valley, mirroring American Beauty's mosaic of complex characters and existential themes.
7 movies like Magnolia...5. Little Miss Sunshine
#1,396 most popular movie yesterdayA darkly comedic portrayal of a dysfunctional family embarking on a road trip, Little Miss Sunshine offers a satirical look at personal failures, aspirations, and family dynamics much like American Beauty.
8 movies like Little Miss Sunshine...6. Election
#1,916 most popular movie yesterdayWith its satirical edge, Election showcases the ambition and deceit that permeate a high school's student election, capturing the darkly comedic elements and social satire present in American Beauty.
8 movies like Election...7. Garden State
#2,007 most popular movie yesterdayGarden State presents a quirky and introspective look at a young man's return to his hometown and dysfunctional family, resonating with the themes of self-discovery and suburban ennui found in American Beauty.
6 movies like Garden State...8. The Ice Storm
#2,681 most popular movie yesterdayDelving into the suburban malaise and dysfunctional family life, The Ice Storm dissects the emotional isolation and moral decay of its characters, themes similarly explored in American Beauty.
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