he has forgotten. He becomes a client of the apparent deranged neighbor and begins a circle that would bring him back to his more energetic days. Upon realizing the importance of himself as a central power Lester puts more emphasis on who he is. Although he is also swayed by Angela Hayes (Mena Suvari), Jane's friend, Lester comes out from his shell and opens up into a new world.After creating a few financial ventures Lester leaves his job with a years severance and full benefits. He quickly manages to start where he left off by getting back his original working experience. Rehired as a short hand cook at a fast food joint Lester brings himself back to his happiest point in life. When all that mattered was good times, women, and eight tracks no one really sees how much lighter he has become.There are definitely more underlying notions that suggest more of a story but I feel that the main concern is the transformation of Lester. His unsatisfied sexual drive becomes retriggered with the help of Angela. It seems as though it is an innocent crush on his daughter's friend but as the two build off of each other he becomes more engulfed and looks right passed his wife's new pleasures. His views are realerted to a time when beauty was his concern and innocence was a virtue.As the movie rolls on Ricky becomes closer with Jane. Between the two, there is a realization that is formed. Ricky's videos explore a surreal world that Jane has always been a part of but has never known. The two help each other deliver comfort and for once, they can relax to the world's glare.Lester"s transformation begins to have an apparent effect to his wife Carolyn. She does not understand his views and yet never takes the time to effectively see where he is coming from. Just as you see the two come closer than they had, Carolyn ruins the moment with a comment on the possible destruction of a material object. Lester enjoys the moment for what it is and from here, we kno...
