American History X follows Derek Vinyard (Edward Norton), a former neo-Nazi leader who, after serving time in prison for a racially motivated murder, seeks to prevent his younger brother, Danny (Edward Furlong), from following the same path of hatred. The film delves into themes of racism, redemption, and the cyclical nature of violence.

Directed by Tony Kaye, the movie received critical acclaim, particularly for Norton’s powerful performance, which earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor. The film holds an 84% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with the consensus noting that “Edward Norton’s performance gives this hard-hitting drama crucial weight.”