American History X (1998)

Derek Vineyard is paroled after serving 3 years in prison for killing two thugs who tried to break into/steal his truck. 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.

Genres

Drama

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American History X (1998) 8.3 R

Derek Vineyard is paroled after serving 3 years in prison for killing two thugs who tried to break into/steal his truck. 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.

Genres

Drama

Top Billed Cast

Edward Norton
Edward Furlong
Beverly D'Angelo
Avery Brooks
Jennifer Lien

Director

Tony Kaye

Some Legacies Must End.

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Library	Call Number	Availability	Location
Law	KLAUS DVD #2167	Available	Klaus Reading Room

American History X

Alternative Title	American History X
Release Date	October 30, 1998
Original Language	English
Runtime	119
Certification	R
Popularity Index (TMDB)	20.11
Rating (TMDB)	8.30