15 Sep 1999
American Beauty
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.
I Hired a Contract Killer
After losing his job and realizing that he is alone in the world, a businessman opts to voluntarily end his life. Lacking courage, he hires a contract killer to do the job. Then, while awaiting his demise, he meets a woman and promptly falls in love.
Top Billed Cast
Jean-Pierre Léaud Henri
Margi Clarke Margaret
Kenneth Colley The Killer
Imogen Claire Secretary
Angela Walsh Landlady
Cyril Epstein Cab Driver
Nicky Tesco Pete
Charles Cork Al
Michael O'Hagan Killer's Boss
Tex Axile Bartender
Walter Sparrow Receptionist
Tony Rohr Frank
Joe Strummer Guitarist
Peter Graves Jeweller
Serge Reggiani Vic
Ette Elliot Daughter
Erkki Lahti Man at the Hotel Albania's Window (uncredited)
Roberto Pla Bongo Man (uncredited)
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