American History X
Some Legacies Must End.
Release Date: 1998-07-01
Runtime: 119 mins
Derek Vineyard is paroled after serving 3 years in prison for killing two African-American men. 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.
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Details
Runtime
119 minutes
Release Date
1998-07-01
Budget
$20,000,000
Box Office Earnings
$23,900,000
Production Companies
New Line Cinema, Savoy Pictures, The Turman-Morrissey Company,
Cast and Crew Members
Cast
Crew Members
Awards and Nominations
Oscar - ACTOR IN A LEADING ROLE
Year:
1999
Status:
🎭 Nominated
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"Despite having a somewhat weak cast, this is an incredibly poignant drama of one man's struggle to live a new life. Probably too violent and close-to-home for some."
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"There's really no point to the movie. Just a lot of violence. That's pretty much it."
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the runtime of the American History X ?
The movie is approximately 119 minutes long.
What is the American History X's release date?
1998-07-01 marks the official release date of the movie.
What genre is the American History X?
The movie belongs to the Drama genres, offering a variety of experiences from adventure to fantasy.
Who are the main actors in the American History X?
The lead actors include Edward Norton , Edward Furlong , and Beverly D'Angelo , among others.
Who directed American History X?
The movie was directed by Tony Kaye
What is the American History X's budget?
The movie had an estimated budget of $20,000,000 .
How much did American History X movie earn at the box office?
A Cinderella Story grossed an estimated $23,900,000 at the box office.
What are some production companies behind the American History X movie?
Major production companies include New Line Cinema Savoy Pictures The Turman-Morrissey Company .
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