Very powerful movie,and must see as well

Rating: 9/10 (22 July 1999)

Although American History X does somewhat lag in the early beginning,and on top of it may slightly come across with a TV movie feel to it,the film does quickly pick up and is quite powerful in it's depiction of a disgruntled young mans coming to terms with the death of his father who was killed by minorities during the LA riots,Director Tony Kaye has a very riveting formula to make the viewer almost somewhat understand and relate as to why young Derek would associate himself with his neo nazi counterparts.This in turn is the sole reason why the movie really is so hard hitting and all the more gutsy. As for the dialogue,i must admit there were some scenes which were next to brilliant,kudos to writer David Mckenna.As for Edward Nortons acting i can truly say it was a very well acted and well a delivered portrayal,i can see hands down why he won such critical acclaim and was also awarded the nomination for best supporting actor.All in all i think American History X is well worth a rental,movies like this do not come around everyday.