Very Insightful film

Rating: 10/10 (9 June 2001)

I just rewatched this film and I am amazed by the insightful film and explanation of the origins and behavior of white supremacists. The film can be jarring and disturbing with its graphic violence, but it is completely believable, beautiful written, and superbly directed. Norton and Furlong are utterly believable as is the whole cast. Instead of being parodied or mocked, the white supremacist are made believable and the legitimate social, economic, and cultural issues that underlie their despicable beliefs are made real and believable. Many movies about racism oversimplify the complex social dynamics. American History X makes one think about those social dynamics and confront them. One can not help, but be awed, shocked, and disturbed by this film.