Apple TVAmerican History X (1998)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Progressive
Viewer Rating
Rating: 7.9
Overview
Derek Vineyard is paroled after serving 3 years in prison for killing two African-American men. 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.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
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Political: Leans Left
Diversity: High
Religion: Neutral
Religion: Neutral
Overview
Derek Vineyard is paroled after serving 3 years in prison for killing two African-American men. 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.
Starring Cast
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Apple TVGoogle PlayDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Progressive
Primary
The film's central thesis is an unequivocal condemnation of white supremacy and the destructive cycle of hate, aligning with progressive values, though its focus on individual redemption rather than systemic critique places it as left-leaning.
The movie features a diverse cast that reflects its themes of racial conflict and reconciliation, without explicitly recasting traditional roles. Its narrative is a powerful and direct critique of white supremacy and racial hatred, making the rejection of such ideologies a central and explicit theme.
Secondary
While some characters with Christian backgrounds act hatefully, the film presents a positive portrayal of Christian faith through the compassionate and guiding prison chaplain, who aids Derek's redemption. The narrative condemns the hatred, not the faith.
The film strongly condemns antisemitism by portraying Jewish characters, such as the store owner and the history teacher, as victims of bigotry or as wise, compassionate figures. The narrative aligns the audience against the prejudice.
The film primarily focuses on themes of racism, white supremacy, and redemption. There are no identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes present that explore queer identity, relationships, or experiences within the narrative.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
American History X is an original film with no prior source material, historical figures, or previous installments. All characters were created for this specific movie, meaning there are no pre-established canonical genders to be swapped.
American History X is an original film with characters created specifically for the movie. There is no prior source material (books, comics, or earlier films) or historical figures from which the characters' races could have been established differently and then changed.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
7.9
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
8.5
8.3
Critic Ratings
8.4
6.2
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