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Director:
Writer (WGA):
David McKenna (written by)
Release Date:
30 October 1998 (USA)
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Tagline:
His father taught him to hate. His friends taught him rage. His enemies gave him hope. more
Plot:
A former neo-nazi skinhead tries to prevent his younger brother from going down the same wrong path that he did. full summary | full synopsis
Awards:
Nominated for Oscar.
Another 2 wins
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9 nominations
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A masterpiece! Truly one of the best film I have ever seen
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Cast
(Cast overview, first billed only) | Edward Norton | ... | Derek Vinyard |
 | Edward Furlong | ... | Danny Vinyard |
 | Beverly D'Angelo | ... | Doris Vinyard |
 | Avery Brooks | ... | Dr. Bob Sweeney |
 | Jennifer Lien | ... | Davina Vinyard |
 | Ethan Suplee | ... | Seth Ryan |
| Stacy Keach | ... | Cameron Alexander |
 | Fairuza Balk | ... | Stacey |
 | Elliott Gould | ... | Murray |
| Guy Torry | ... | Lamont |
| William Russ | ... | Dennis Vinyard |
 | Joseph Cortese | ... | Rasmussen (as Joe Cortese) |
| Jason Bose Smith | ... | Little Henry (as Jason Bose-Smith) |
 | Antonio David Lyons | ... | Lawrence |
 | Alex Sol | ... | Mitch McCormick |
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Rated R for graphic brutal violence including rape, pervasive language, strong sexuality and nudity.
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Runtime:
119 min
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1.85 : 1 more
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Certification:
Canada:14A (Alberta) |
Canada:16+ (Quebec) |
Canada:18 (Nova Scotia) |
Canada:18A (British Columbia) |
Canada:R (Manitoba/Ontario) |
Spain:13 |
Australia:MA |
Philippines:R-18 |
Brazil:14 |
Denmark:15 |
Argentina:16 |
Belgium:KNT |
Chile:18 |
Finland:K-15 |
France:-12 |
Germany:16 |
Hong Kong:IIB |
Iceland:16 |
Ireland:18 |
Israel:18 |
Italy:VM18 |
Japan:PG-12 |
Malaysia:(Banned) |
Netherlands:16 |
New Zealand:R16 |
Norway:15 |
Peru:18 |
Portugal:M/16 |
Singapore:R21 |
South Korea:18 |
Sweden:15 |
Switzerland:16 (canton of Geneva) |
Switzerland:16 (canton of Vaud) |
UK:18 |
USA:R |
Greece:K-17
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Continuity: When Murray leaves Dr. Sweeney's office, the clock in the lobby shows 8:10. In the next shot, the clock shows 8:20.
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Movie Connections:
Spoofed in "Reno 911!: Released from Prison (#3.1)" (2005)
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Soundtrack:
Battle Hymn of the Republic
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Is "American History X" based on a book?What is "Mein Kampf"?
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I have been wanting to see this movie for a long time, since my English teacher mentioned it in our class in grade ten. Gosh I wished I wouldn't have waited all this time to finally watch it, although maybe it's a good thing cause I would have probably been a little bit more traumatized at 14... This movie is exceptional!!! Makes u think, makes you frustrated, makes you wanna scream and even makes you cry! Edward Norton is just phenomenal playing the role of a freak skin head and even more so playing this skin head who finally realizes how stupid he was and tries to protect his younger brother. Edward Furlong also does an amazing job!!! This film is moving in so many ways...I can't even describe how real and heartfelt it felt. I definitely think Edward Norton should have won the Oscar for his performance, cause he was absolutely terrific! I can't get why they didn't gave it to him... This movie will surely stay on my mind for a while now... just thinking that some place in the world things like that still happen...it crushes my heart. This is a wonderful movie that every single person should see at least once in his life... Watch American History X, it totally worth it!