Sometimes in life, events occur that make you say...why? People may not realize the full story, until they take a step back and see the overall picture. The pick for this week is a perfect example of this. Our pick is the 1998 Academy Award Nominee "American History X"
After being released from prison for committing a violent racially motivated murder, neo-nazi skinhead Derek Vinyard (Edward Norton), finds his younger brother Danny (Edward Furlong), going down that same dangerous path.
Derek goes through a mental roller coaster with his emotions and also with a friend he meets in prison. Still in touch with one of his high school teachers, Derek finds himself on the road to recovery, and asks himself that elusive question...why? Putting things in perspective, he wants to stop Danny from following in his own footsteps, but will it be to late?
Edward Norton gives an Academy Award Nominated performance as Derek. This movie was more than his great performance, it really makes you think...why? No this film is not a heart warming tale, yet a great film that should be watched by all. We highly recommend "American History X". Until next week happy viewing.
by
Joe Talmage
webmoviepick@gmail.com
"American History X" trailer
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