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17.7.08

American History X ( E )

Genre: Crime/Drama
Cast: Edward Norton, Edward Furlong
Directed by Tony Kaye
"Hate can be learned. It can also be unlearned."
The entire movie is based just on these two sentences. A disturbing piece of entertainment. The writer of the movie concentrates on the period when racism was running high in the American Streets.
Every possible human vulnerabilities are exposed and used by the writer. Edward Norton has done an exceptional job. He walks through all the scenes with intense vigor. His eyes are very expressive.
Coming to the main character, Edward Norton's brother in the movie. It was played by Edward Furlong. He follows his brother. He has dealt with character with caution and brilliance.
The entire movie maintains a constant tempo with minute bursts here and there. The story is connected right from the beginning to the end. All the connections were clearly visible for me. So I was able to walk with the film.
This is a brilliant piece of art. It must be watched.
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