American History X (1998)

American History X (1998)

Storyline

Derek Vineyard is paroled after serving 3 years in prison for killing two thugs who tried to break into/steal his truck. 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.

Director: 

Tony Kaye

Writer: 

David McKenna

Stars:

 Edward Norton, Edward Furlong and Beverly D'Angelo

Details

Official Sites:

 New Line 

Country:

 USA

Language:

 English

Release Date:

 12 February 1999 (Denmark) 

Also Known As:

 Μαθήματα Αμερικανικής Ιστορίας 

Filming Locations:

 Johnie's Coffee Shop - 6101 Wilshire Boulevard, Fairfax, Los Angeles, California, USA