American History X (DVD) Reviews

American History X is a flawed, but powerful film, which showed off the acting talents of two Edwards - Norton and Furlong - whilst also providing some food for thought. It focuses on the life of Derek Vinyard - a small time neo-Nazi thug, freshly out of prison and now reformed who finds that his young brother, Danny, has taken up the ...  Read the complete review

When I first saw Edward Norton in the Illusionist and Fight Club I thought he was a pretty fine actor - What I didn't fully realise was that he was a pretty amazing actor. If it wasn't for the fact that the guy from 'Life is Beautiful' won Best Actor in the Oscars, I'd feel hugely annoyed he missed out. I must say, I had barely heard of ...  Read the complete review

Edward Norton gives the performance of a lifetime. I was a big fan of his from first seeing Primal Fear, but this is the performance that will define Ed Norton. Tony Kaye directs and tackles the racial issues head on. It is not often you see a big actor like Norton play a bad guy, well at least for first half of the movie, so this is ...  Read the complete review

This film was so inspirational that it changed my own life to a degree. Edward Norton is unbelievable in this film. And what is portrayed in the motion pictures, is absolutely typical of what is happening in our society. The gangbanging, the ganging, and the racial discrimination is stronly and accurately illustrated and with powerful ...  Read the complete review

I bought this film after a recommendatin from a friend and i was amazed by the excellent storyline. Edward Norton plays an intelligent young man whos father died in a predominantly black neighbourhood and had been influenced by a racist who aims to use Derek (Norton) to form his army against Non white people in America. Blinded by his ...  Read the complete review

This 1998 film was met with critical acclaim as well as some horrified viewers. The tale of racial violence is hard hitting and very well directed and acted, and is not for the faint hearted. The Plot Derek Vinyard went to prison for crimes he commited as a white supremacist skinhead. Freshly out of prison, he looks to have ...  Read the complete review

Well my next review again is another film that was made during the 90's. Gosh they really don't make films like they use to. I must admit ive only seen this film twice once in high school and once with my friends, and both times the film just gives you a sense of shock. The film im going to review is the 1998, critically acclaimed "American ...  Read the complete review

Directed by: Tony Kaye Written by: David McKenna Release Date: 1998 Genre: Black Drama Run Time: 119 minutes Classification: 18+ Amazon Price: £5.97 ***Who is Tony Kaye*** Little known Tony Kaye is an eccentric and some would say egotistical man who once described himself as "the greatest ...  Read the complete review

This film is not normally one id watch but as my boyfriend loves this type of film I wastched it and felt I couldnt take my eyes off. Its mostly about racisim and is very violent. The story line is mostly about two brothers both against blacks, when one brother is put away in jail he realises what he has been like and even makes friends with a ...  Read the complete review

A film all about Racism, the film stars Edward Norton as Derek and Edward Furlong, as Danny, Derek's younger brother. This has to be one of the best films I have seen Edward Norton play. He also starred in Fight Club, but for me he is even better in this. The story is told through Danny and how he see's his brother. Derek has got a lot ...  Read the complete review

This movie shows the harsh truth about racism. It also has a gut wrenching twist at the end and is worth every second of watching it. I've seen it three times and wouldnt hesitate to watch it again. It isnt appropiate for young viewers but the message is one worth getting across. It has very harsh language, a sex scene and violence but without it ...  Read the complete review

**Prior to you reading this review, I would like to make it perfectly clear that I am not racist in any way, and strongly oppose any act of discrimination against any race. It must be noted that this film could cause offence to people of ANY ethnic group. My political correctness could be outdated, and I apologise in advance if any of the terms I ...  Read the complete review

"Racists are so stupid. Hating people just because they're black. We're all the same underneath" What is revealed in this film is that often nothing could be further than the truth- often racists and members of hate groups are frighteningly intelligent. Intelligence in the sense of being very selective about what they read ...  Read the complete review

American History X Format: VHS. This was on television not too long ago and I unfortunately had to miss it some boring story about the in-laws birthday but I wasn’t very happy when we experienced a power cut and my video player failed to record it. But a bit on around the pub joking with my mates about it one said “oh I have it on ...  Read the complete review

This seems to be a film thats reputation is growing and growing with no intention of stopping! I wont go into the in's and out's of the plot as the other reviews are all speaking for themselves and give a fantastic insight into the films story but i will comment on the fact you would be foolish to miss this film. With its ...  Read the complete review

This has to be the best film of all time; everyone should be made to watch it at least once. It shows, in the harshest way how racism doesn?t just affect the people involved directly but everyone in the community. American History X is the way forward, non judgmental its gives views from all sides; shows how everyone is to blame not just the ...  Read the complete review

Scaryishly good - Advantages: Shows modern america, shows how real racism is, very awesome story line - Disadvantages: Gory, events clashed together

American History X is one of the most powerful films I have ever had the chance to see. With a stunning cast and brilliant direction, this films has been noticed as one of the greatest films about for many a year. The film consists of a Nazi skinhead gang that has the desire to rid the world of anyone that isn?t white protestant because ?they are ...  Read the complete review

If you like your movies to be sweet, sugary or 'feelgood', then American History X will not be for you. Made in 1998, it is an uncompromising and uncomfortable to watch study of Neo-Nazism and racism in the USA. Centering around two brothers, Derek and Danny Vinyard, it is a modern day tragedy that shocks, disgusts, and refuses to leave ...  Read the complete review

American History X is different from most films dealing with racial prejudice and hate as it focusses on those doing the hating rather than their victims. We gain an insight into the mind of white supremacists and what they believe they are fighting for. Rather than excuse what they are doing, which is a trap this film may have fallen in to, it ...  Read the complete review