Derek Vineyard was released on parole after serving three years in prison for killing two gang members who were trying to break into or steal a truck. His brother Danny Vineyard’s narration reveals that Derek was a skinhead and leader before he was incarcerated…
American History X - Release Date, Trailer, Songs, Cast
Movie: | American History X |
Genre: | Crime, Drama |
Language: | English |
Director: | Tony Kaye |
Main Cast: | Edward Norton as Derek Vinyard · Edward Furlong as Daniel "Danny" Vinyard · Beverly D'Angelo as Doris Vinyard · Jennifer Lien as Davina Vinyard · Ethan Suplee .. |
Release Date: | 30 October 1998 |
Banner: | New Line Cinema |
Music: | Anne Dudley and The Quartet |
Budget: | Not available |
Runtime: | 119min |
American History X Movie Story
Neo-Nazi Derek Vineyard (Edward Norton) lives a life marked by violence and racism. After killing two black teenagers who were trying to steal his car, he lands in prison. Upon his release, Derek vows to change his behavior. He wants to stop his younger brother Danny (Edward Furlong), who idolizes Derek, from following in his footsteps. As Derek battles his own deep-rooted prejudices and watches his mother’s illness worsen, he wonders if his family can ever overcome a life of hatred.
American History X Trailer