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American History X (1998) 8.6
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Reviews: 1,318 user | 149 critic | 32 from Metacritic.com A former neo-nazi skinhead tries to prevent his younger brother from going down the same wrong path that he did. Director:Tony KayeWriter:David McKenna |
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| Edward Norton | ... | ||
| Edward Furlong | ... | ||
| Beverly D'Angelo | ... | ||
| Jennifer Lien | ... | ||
| Ethan Suplee | ... | ||
| Fairuza Balk | ... | ||
| Avery Brooks | ... | ||
| Elliott Gould | ... | ||
| Stacy Keach | ... | ||
| William Russ | ... | ||
| Guy Torry | ... | ||
| Joe Cortese | ... | ||
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Little Henry
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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. Written by Nitesh D.(nmxpa7@msn.com)
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His father taught him to hate. His friends taught him rage. His enemies gave him hope. See more »Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
Rated R for graphic brutal violence including rape, pervasive language, strong sexuality and nudity | See all certifications »Parents Guide:
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Country:
USALanguage:
EnglishRelease Date:
12 February 1999 (Denmark) See more »Also Known As:
Generacija X See more »Filming Locations:
Johnie's Coffee Shop - 6101 Wilshire Boulevard, Fairfax, Los Angeles, California, USA See more »Box Office
Budget:
$7,500,000 (estimated)Opening Weekend:
£120,629 (UK) (26 March 1999)Gross:
£291,438 (UK) (2 April 1999)Company Credits
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Derek Vinyard: Right, my family. My family so you know what? I don't give two shits about you or anybody else or what you think. You're not a part of it and you never will be.
Murray: That has nothing to do with it!
Derek Vinyard: Oh it doesn't? You don't think I see what you're trying to do here? You think I'm gonna sit here and smile while some fuckin' kike tries to fuck my mother? It's never gonna happen Murray, fuckin' forget it, not on my watch, not while I'm in this family. I ...
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(circa 1856) (uncredited)
Music by William Steffe
Lyrics by Julia Ward Howe (1862)
Sung a cappella by Ethan Suplee with modified lyrics
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Filmed early in 1997. The movie's release was delayed due to post-production and editing conflicts. See more »Goofs
Murray says the Jewish people have been persecuted for 5000 years, but the Jewish identity has not existed that long. See more »Quotes
Murray: What are you doing Derek? This is your family.Derek Vinyard: Right, my family. My family so you know what? I don't give two shits about you or anybody else or what you think. You're not a part of it and you never will be.
Murray: That has nothing to do with it!
Derek Vinyard: Oh it doesn't? You don't think I see what you're trying to do here? You think I'm gonna sit here and smile while some fuckin' kike tries to fuck my mother? It's never gonna happen Murray, fuckin' forget it, not on my watch, not while I'm in this family. I ...
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Soundtracks
"Battle Hymn of the Republic"(circa 1856) (uncredited)
Music by William Steffe
Lyrics by Julia Ward Howe (1862)
Sung a cappella by Ethan Suplee with modified lyrics
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Powerful portrayal of Neo-Nazi movement in America. Told in series of flashbacks. Flawless acting by Edward Norton. Does its best to make the point that no one is ever right aand no one is ever wrong. I have a friend who was a Nazi and a racist. But upon walking out of the theater after this movie he hung his head in shame. This is why the film industry began.