American History X (1998)
Some legacies must end.
Storyline
Derek Vineyard is paroled after serving 3 years in prison for killing two African-American men. Through his brother, Danny Vineyard's narration, we learn that before going to prison, Derek was a skinhead and the leader of a violent white supremacist gang that committed acts of racial crime throughout L.A. and his actions greatly influenced Danny. Reformed and fresh out of prison, Derek severs contact with the gang and becomes determined to keep Danny from going down the same violent path as he did.
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Movie Details
| Original title | American History X |
|---|---|
| Release date | Nov 20, 1998 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | gangster, sibling relationship, prison, tragedy, rape, fascism, nazi, jail, brother, swastika, neo-nazism, skinhead |
FAQ
What is American History X about?
Derek Vineyard is paroled after serving 3 years in prison for killing two African-American men. Through his brother, Danny Vineyard's narration, we learn that before going to prison, Derek was a skinhead and the leader of a violent white supremacist gang that committed acts of racial crime throughout L.A. and his actions greatly influenced Danny. Reformed and fresh out of prison, Derek severs contact with the gang and becomes determined to keep Danny from going down the same violent path as he did.
When was American History X released?
American History X was released on Nov 20, 1998 (status: Released).
Who directed American History X?
Tony Kaye directed American History X.
What is the TMDB rating of American History X?
American History X has a TMDB rating of 8.3/10 from 12,945 votes.