Movie: American History X (1998)

“Derek Vinyard returns from prison to find his younger brother, Danny, caught in the same web of racism and hatred that landed him in prison. After Derek’s father is killed in the line of duty by a minority, Derek’s view of mankind is altered, but while in prison, he discovers that there is good and bad in every race. The task before him now is to convince Danny of his newfound enlightenment. Written by Robin {soonerzs@yahoo.com}”

  • Director: Tony Kaye
  • Release Date: 30 October 1998 (USA)
  • Run Time: 119 min
  • Country: USA
  • Genre: Crime , Drama
  • MPAA: Rated R for graphic brutal violence including rape, pervasive language, strong sexuality and nudity.

Tagline: His father taught him to hate. His friends taught him rage. His enemies gave him hope.

Trivia: Director Tony Kaye wanted his credit to read “Humpty Dumpty” according to Entertainment Weekly.

Goofs: Continuity: While Sweeney is at the prison infirmary, he is playing with his beard in the close-ups, but not in the wider shots.

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