Never underestimate the power of denial.

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Never underestimate the power of denial.

Ricky Fitts

American Beauty · 1999

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Denial Delusion

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Black comedy (film)Comedy drama (film)Black comedy Comedy drama

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Time

1999

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Ricky Fitts

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American Beauty. Directed by Sam Mendes, Jinks/Cohen Company, 1999.

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