Edward Norton proves himself to be the best of his generation.

Rating: Null/10 (15 June 2002)

After seeing this film I thought that a movie like this should almost be required viewing for kids in school. The message in this film is a valuable one. Even with its graphic violence and language the sooner a child knows what it is really like out there the better. Norton cemented his ability that was sadly over looked by the Academy with this role. He has yet to disappoint me with his acting. I can't think of any other actor that could have pulled this off. The rest of the cast is excellent as well. Avery Brooks, Eliott Gould, Beverly D'Angelo, Ed Furlong, and Stacey Keech up to the task of bringing us one of the most riveting and important films of the last decade. One thing I found difficult to handle was the fact that I agreed with some of Derek's opinions. What he was saying was all lies. The fact that he was intelligent made this film. If he had of been just some dumb redneck then this film would not have been worth watching. The scenes shot in B&W are beautiful. Especially the one with Norton trying to cover up his swastika tattoo. This film doesn't just show us skin heads as the villains. It shows almost everyone with a prejudice. With the exception of Avery Brooks' character and Derek's prison buddy. I triumph of what a movie should be. Alas it doesn't have any car chases or crap blowing up, so most people won't take the time to watch it.But they should.