American Beauty Fun Features

This is the section for all our "FUN" American Beauty information - please enjoy!

Did You Know?

… that the tagline for the film "Look Closer" can be seen in Lester's cubicle at work.

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… that screenwriter Alan Ball made the self-help tapes that Caroline listens to in her car. QuickClip (605 KB)

Star Sightings

2002 Golden Globe Awards
On January 20, 2002 the biggest and brightest stars of the television and motion picture industry gathered at the Beverly Hills Hilton to be honored by the Foreign Press Association for their work in the year 2001 at the 59th Annual Golden Globe Awards. Destination Hollywood was there and so was ...

... Kevin Spacey.


... Allison Janey.


2001 Golden Globe Awards
On January 21, 2001 the biggest and brightest stars of the television and motion picture industry gathered at the Beverly Hills Hilton to be honored by the Foreign Press Association for their work in the year 2000 at the 58th Annual Golden Globe Awards. Destination Hollywood was there and so was ...

... one of the stars of American Beauty, Allison Janey. She was nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Perfomance by An Actress in a Supporting Role (Television) for her work on "The West Wing."




On Location

Hollywood Walk of Fame Star
In the early 1960's, the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce developed the idea of the "Hollywood Walk of Fame." The sidewalks of the most famous streets in the heart of Hollywood were lined with "stars" recognizing celebrities' life-long contributions to the entertainment industry. Receiving a star is still to this day considered a huge honor. Here's where you can find Kevin Spacey's star:

Kevin Spacey
Walk of Fame Star
(Motion Pictures)

6801 Hollywood Blvd.
Hollywood, CA


The South High Spartans
The famous gym scenes where Lester can't take his eyes off of Angela were shot at South High in Torrace, CA. Students from the high school were invited to appear as extras.

South High School
4801 Pacific Coast Highway
Torrance, CA



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Caroline Burnham ( Annette Bening ):
"Jane, honey, are you trying to look unattractive?"
Jane Burnham (Thora Birch):
"Yes."
Caroline Burnham ( Annette Bening ):
"Well congratulations, you succeeded admirably."

Destination Hollywood's Tribute to American Beauty
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What does Angela want to be when she grows up?
Answer

We have already dedicated Tributes to Kevin Spacey and Annette Benning. Which of these other stars would you most like to see receive a Destination Hollywood Tribute?

Peter Gallagher
Thora Birch