American Beauty (1999 film) his family in happier times, and dies having had an epiphany that infuses him with "wonder, joy, and soul-shaking gratitude"—he has finally seen the world as it is. According to Patti Bellantoni, colors are used symbolically throughout the film, none more so than red, which is an important thematic signature that drives the story and "[defines] Lester's arc". First seen in drab colors that reflect his passivity, Lester surrounds himself with red as he regains his individuality. The American Beauty rose is repeatedly used as symbol; when Lester fantasizes about Angela, she is usually naked and surrounded by rose petals.
Burnham Sterling and Company Burnham Sterling and Company Burnham Sterling & Company is an aircraft consulting and advisory practice led by former senior members of Babcock & Brown. The traditional aircraft advisory activities formerly offered by Babcock are now offered by Burnham Sterling and continue to be led by former Babcock partner, Michael Dickey Morgan. Burnham Sterling operates its aircraft advisory practice from Babcock’s former offices in Cos Cob, Connecticut. The company is headed by Michael Dickey Morgan, 20 years at Babcock & Brown, most recently at head of the aircraft advisory business. Some of the services Burnham Sterling provides are: 1. Operating leases