American History X (DVD 1999)

This films graphic and powerful story , is a poigniant film everyone should see at least once, tearing down the mental barriers that further rascism and subjectivity, leaving violent facist glamorised mentality on its knees and exposed for the narrowminded frace that it truly is.Edward Norton gives performance seconded by none.

The acting by Edward Norton was brilliant,the film gives you the insight into why their is conflict between different races,it also shows you that you can get along with the different races with a little give and take and that you should not judge people because of their colour,this is a film worth watching over and over that i am sure you will never get bored of.

this film is proberbly the most poinent film about raceisum in america ever made edward norton is fantastic this film is a must see A+++++++++++++

One of the greatest, most inspiring films i have ever watched.
ending was completely unexpexted and had the possibilty of changing your entire view on the story. amazingly directed and great acting.

one of my favourite films of all time. already seen it a number of times, and just had to have it in my dvd collection. out standing performance from edward norton. great cinematography and shocking cinema!

truely awsome

An amazing movie unveiling Ed Norton at his best. A story told from the perspective of his younger brother. American History X is about one man's battle with his past. Trying to lead a normal life whilst coping with his neo-nazi ex friends, and trying to keep them from recruiting his brother. Fantastic movie making!

scary reality on current western world affairs ... striking UK similarities that you may relate to.. and a wa\rning and possible path that many young working class people relate with

IMMEDIATE DELIVERY ON REQUEST.GREAT COMMUNICATION WITH THE SELLER.HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
THE DVD WAS LIKE NEW AND EXACTLY LIKE DESCRIBED.

its a amazing film and it was going well cheap so i decided to buy it. cant seem to find it in shops.

Wasn't the most pleasant film i have ever watched but it did help with my histroy studies on the Nazis.

Once you get into these things at the end you can't get away with it.
Edward Norton's best performance presents a portray of a young american who supports segregation between coloured and white people,who despites Jews and immigrants, who wants to keep America "pure", who is a Nazi.
His young brother is also ready to follow his steps.
The film is very vivid and descriptive, very harsh especially in the scene of the murder of the two black guys.
Great black and white photography, and certainly a didactic tone and a realistic image of america's dark side.
Great film!!!!!!

Having converted most of my old video collection to DVD I was thrilled to find this film gem in digital format. If you watch this in widescreen format, it really does the battle scene great justice; coupled with surround sound, you'll be gripped by the amazing cinematography. I would recommend the director's cut that includes scenes about the relationship between the lead character and his estranged wife and helps you to understand the motivation behind his decision.

FANTASTIC FILM - A must see!

Personally I think American History X is a really important film.

I watched a borrowed copy on a reccommendation from a friend and have now bought my own as it's a 'watch again film.'

Edward Norton plays a 'trying to reform' 'neo nazi/skin head' who having been in jail for murder is trying to change his life and that of his family.

This is definitely NOT your typical 'fluffy reform' film where all goes smoothly and everyone lives happily ever after. In my opinion this makes it far more valid and poignant.

There is quite a lot of violence both of a physical and sexual nature so if you don't like that I'd steer clear. However, don't let this put you off as it's not inane pointless violence, it's an impotant part of the plot.

In my humble opinion if you don't see this film, you're missing out!

i bought it for my fiancee as he loves the film but ive not watched it myself so....he seems to think its a really good film. i think its a it violent from what he has said to me but hey what the hell do i know?

THIS WAS BOUGHT FOR MY 18YR OLD DAUGHTER SHE LOVES THIS FILM AND REALLY ENJOYED IT WE HAD IT ON VIDEO BUT NOT ON DVD SO I WAS GLAD I SAW IT FOR SALE, I WOULD RECOMMEND THIS FILM FOR ANYONE OVER 18. IT IS SOMETIMES REALLY VIOLENT BUT IT SHOWS HOW GANGS WORK IN AMERICA AND THE GANGLAND SHOOTING AND FIGHTING THAT GOES ON ROBERT NORTON WAS EXCELLENT IN THIS FILM .

If I were only allowed to take 5 DVDs to my desert island, this would be one of them.

Amazingly, British director Tony Kaye allegedly tried to disown this film and wanted to credit it to the now infamous fictional director ‘Alan Smithee’, only to be turned down by the Guild of Directors of America.
I don’t know what happened in the cutting room to prompt this, if indeed any of it happened at all, but if the director’s cut was to really be that much better than the released film I think I’d probably have been a puddle of despair by the end of it.

The sharp black and white flashback scenes work brilliantly and help the film flow smoothly and logically, something lacking in so many ‘flashback’ reliant films.

The calibre of acting is exceptional; believable and engaging. You’ll find yourself despairing for the main character Derek Vinyard (Edward Norton), then laughing with him, starting to admire him and finally weeping for him. If you want a roller coaster of emotions, this is the film for you.

I did find some of the violence hard to watch, and still do after dozens of viewings, but both the gritty realism and surprisingly sensitive handling of what are still, even today, quite taboo subjects combine to make this the best comment on the futility, stupidity and ignorance of racism in modern society.

Watch this film at least twice; the first time should leave you rather numb, the second time you’ll see past the violence & hatred oozing from the characters and see what is not only a comment about the modern-day fatherless family unit and how racism is passed down generation to generation, but also what is ultimately a message of hope.

A friend of mine persuaded me to watch this film, and it was one of the best film i hav ever watched, especially relevant in our prsent society. Infact i think it should be shown on day time tv. at first it was a little confusing as it look like the story line was being told from the end to the beginning but after a while you would get the hang of it.

When my partner tried explaining this film to me saying how good it was I just nodded half heartingly agreeing to watch it thinking that it was going to be some matcho guy film but I was proven wrong.
Its a very good film even for us girls to watch - mind you I am a bit of a tom boy so prhaps I'm a little biased. Well girls if you don't like the story line you could always drool over the actors!!!
I'd say - give this one a chance as I'm sure you'll love it.

This is the very brutal,very gritty,very thought-provoking story off racism and it's effects

A man,sent to jail for murdering 2 black men after they broke into his car is released from jail to see his younger brother taking the same racist path he did

What made him change his mind?

This is one of my favorite films ever and one of the only films I've ever seen that has actually made me think

Just watch it,it's brilliant!

I have seen this movie before but didnt really take notice or understand it. i bought it because i wanted to understand what it is about and why the story is as it is. The movie is complicated but a very good movie well worth buying. BUT DONT GET ANY IDEAS!!

Ed Norton takes the lead role in this violent and hateful drama, initialy a racist murderer he is sent to prison where he learns the eroor of his ways, returning to his home town, family & friends on release he realises that he is no longer the person he used to be and sets upon the task of challenging the beliefs he helped to impress. This is a hard movie to watch and the pavement scene is one of the most horrificly violent scenes. Ed Norton is on top form - it reminded me of Apocalypse now - a didn't enjoy watching it but it is essential to see.

Absoloutely Amazing film. One of Edward Nortons best appearances, can definately reccommend to ANYONE!

i bought it because its a good film, the thing that i liked the most was the first half an hour because thats all i get to see. what i didnt like was that it doesnt recognise the dvd on any of my dvd players