Brilliant...

Rating: Null/10 (12 January 2001)

This has to be one of the most brilliant and powerful movies I have ever seen... it is shocking and sad. Edward Norton gives the performance of a lifetime. In a previous review it was stated that it should not be seen by those under 16.... I understand the premise of that thought.... but on the contrary - it should be seen by young adults ... this movie is a prime example of how hatred and discrimination destroy lives- daily, hourly.... young adults need to know what happens when ignorance and hate are allowed to fester.... American History X does not sugar coat the outcome .... hate is for real... it was created and passed on from one generation - from Derek (Ed Norton) to Dan (Edward Furlong).. and the younger generation will pay... for the transgressions of their forebearers....