--- product_id: 14199665 title: "American History X (DVD)" price: "SAR 33" currency: SAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 11 url: https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/14199665-american-history-x-dvd store_origin: SA region: Saudi Arabia --- # Rated 8.5/10 on IMDb Powerful storytelling 1998 release year American History X (DVD) **Price:** SAR 33 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎥 A film that challenges perspectives and ignites conversations! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** American History X (DVD) - **How much does it cost?** SAR 33 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.sa](https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/14199665-american-history-x-dvd) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Cultural Impact:** Engage in discussions about race, identity, and societal change. - • **Critical Acclaim:** A must-watch film with numerous awards and nominations. - • **Star-Studded Cast:** Featuring Edward Norton and Edward Furlong in career-defining roles. - • **Cinematic Masterpiece:** Experience the artistry of acclaimed director Tony Kaye. - • **Unforgettable Narrative:** Dive into a gripping tale of redemption and transformation. ## Overview American History X is a critically acclaimed drama film released in 1998, directed by Tony Kaye. It stars Edward Norton as a reformed neo-Nazi who tries to prevent his younger brother from going down the same wrong path that he did. The film explores themes of racism, redemption, and the impact of hate on society. ## Description Product Description Some Legacies Must End! Edward Norton delivers a searing performance as a former neo-Nazi skinhead whose life was almost destroyed by his own hatred--and who now struggles to prevent his younger brother from following in his footsteps. Seeking retribution for his father's murder and burning with rage, Derek Vinyard (Norton) becomes the charismatic leader of a local White Power movement. Despite his intelligence, Derek's incendiary actions culminate in a brutal murder and three years in prison. Now on parole, Derek returns home to find his brother, Danny (Edward Furlong), being seduced by the same anger, bigotry and violence that almost destroyed his life.Bonus Content:Biographies: Cast and crew biographies Filmographies: Cast and crew filmographies desertcart.com Perhaps the highest compliment you can pay to Edward Norton is that his Oscar-nominated performance in American History X nearly convinces you that there is a shred of logic in the tenets of white supremacy. If that statement doesn't horrify you, it should; Norton is so fully immersed in his role as a neo-Nazi skinhead that his character's eloquent defense of racism is disturbingly persuasive--at least on the surface. Looking lean and mean with a swastika tattoo and a mind full of hate, Derek Vinyard (Norton) has inherited racism from his father, and that learning has been intensified through his service to Cameron (Stacy Keach), a grown-up thug playing tyrant and teacher to a growing band of disenfranchised teens from Venice Beach, California, all hungry for an ideology that fuels their brooding alienation. The film's basic message--that hate is learned and can be unlearned--is expressed through Derek's kid brother, Danny (Edward Furlong), whose sibling hero-worship increases after Derek is imprisoned (or, in Danny's mind, martyred) for the killing of two black men. Lacking Derek's gift of rebel rhetoric, Danny is easily swayed into the violent, hateful lifestyle that Derek disowns during his thoughtful time in prison. Once released, Derek struggles to save his brother from a violent fate, and American History X partially suffers from a mix of intense emotions, awkward sentiment, and predictably inevitable plotting. And yet British director Tony Kaye (who would later protest against Norton's creative intervention during post-production) manages to juggle these qualities--and a compelling clash of visual styles--to considerable effect. No matter how strained their collaboration may have been, both Kaye and Norton can be proud to have created a film that addresses the issue of racism with dramatically forceful impact. --Jeff Shannon Review: A Must See Movie! - One of the most powerful film dramas ever created. Follow the story of Derrick Vinyard, a brilliant but troubled young man who falls into the white supremacist movement in Venice Beach, California and quickly rises through the ranks to become a leader. But after serving a three year prison sentence for killing two black men who had tried to steal his car, Derrick emerges as a new person on a mission to distance himself, and his younger brother Danny, from the racist lifestyle he had helped to create. Exactly how this transformation took place is slowly revealed through a series of flashbacks, culminating with a brutal act of betrayal at the hands of those he counted as friends and his salvation through the people he'd always cast as enemies. Edward Norton (as Derrick) is superb in American History X, rightly receiving an Oscar nomination for the role. Supporting actors Edward Furlong (Danny), Beverly D'Angelo (the boys' mother), and Avery Brooks as Dr. Sweeney (the boys' high school teacher) also shine. Really, though, it all comes down to the superb writing and directing which paints a believable portrait of how a couple of otherwise bright young men can be sucked into such an illogical viewpoint of hatred. An early scene depicting a basketball game played between Derrick's skinhead followers and a group of black gang members is exceptional: even while your mind recoils from the neo-nazi tattoos and racist epithets thrown about by the white hoopsters it's difficult not to feel a certain amount of triumph as they prevail against the odds. Listening to Derrick spout off cherry-picked statistics and tired arguments in favor of his racist views you begin to understand the appeal a movement like that can have for aimless youths despite your own incredulity at the words pouring out of his mouth. This is a film which forgoes blatant preaching in favor of simply demonstrating the end results of such misguided anger, and one which will have a significant impact on its viewers. There are criticisms to be leveled: some of the scenarios are contrived to put it kindly, many of the secondary characters are poorly developed (if at all), and the ending comes about 20 minutes too late while ditching much of the subtlety showcased throughout the run time in favor of a sledge hammer approach. None of these detract from the beautifully fleshed out primary character of Derrick, nor from the superb portrayal offered by Norton, and certainly they do not diminish the overall worth of the picture. Review: Brutally Brilliant - Going into American History X, I knew two things about the movie: 1) it was about neo nazi's 2)Edward Norton was suppose to keep constant with being an amazing actor. Apon viewing History, I left with knowing three things: 1)The writing and direction are bar none 2) Edward Norton is still a phenominal actor and 3)American History X is one helluva film. Nazi's are characters which aren't too common in American film. Outside of being plastered by an All American protagonist assult rifle, (or by the Bear Jew's bat) Nazi's are untouched by the cinema. Never before has anyone tried to take a Nazi, a modern day Nazi at that, and turn him into a heroic character. American History X uses this as it's main hook. Edward Norton plays a reformed Neo-Nazi in Venice Beach. After being incarcerated for 3 years in prision, Derek Vinyard (Norton) looks to reform his life and save his brother from the gang life that he lead. Norton's acting in the late 90's was that of legends. AHX catipultes him on a podium of acting that is untouched by the hords of modern day preformers. His acting talents have leaked into other flicks, but with History X and Fight Club, Norton was in rare form, catipulting two revolutionary films even further. Thematically, American History gives a good amount of social commentary where the message is prevelant, but you aren't bashed over the head. Touching on a theme that Unforgiven gave, direcotr Tony Kaye asks us, can forgiveness be an option to a person with such a terrible history? Mixing themes of race, gang life, and redemption, American History message is left blatently open, but is strong and powerful. American History X blew me away. I intially thought X would showcase the downfall of a man with no morals. Instead, I was introduced to a cast of mentally complex characters that grow and evolve. As brutal as it is brilliant, AHX is rated R for good reason. Graphic violence, rape and language is used liberally. It packs as big a punch with adult material is it does with it's message. On the last note, Hollywood once agian takes its stabs at Republicans (although Vinyard is right winged Naxi, he has very educated political opinions), dissapointing me, the "close minded conservative". Regardless, History X is a great film that derserves to be viewed. 9.5 ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | 6305313687 | | Actors | Beverly D'Angelo, Edward Furlong, Edward Norton, Ethan Suplee, Jennifer Lien | | Aspect Ratio | 1.85:1 | | Best Sellers Rank | #4,379 in Movies & TV ( See Top 100 in Movies & TV ) #560 in Drama DVDs | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (5,780) | | Director | Tony Kaye | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item model number | NEWL4739DVD | | Language | English (Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround), English (Dolby Digital 5.1), Unqualified | | MPAA rating | R (Restricted) | | Media Format | AC-3, Anamorphic, Black & White, Closed-captioned, Color, Multiple Formats, NTSC, Subtitled, Widescreen | | Number of discs | 1 | | Producers | Bill Carraro, John Morrissey, Kearie Peak, Lawrence Turman, Steve Tisch | | Product Dimensions | 0.7 x 7.5 x 5.4 inches; 2.72 ounces | | Release date | January 8, 2008 | | Run time | 1 hour and 59 minutes | | Studio | Warner Home Video | | Subtitles: | English | ## Images ![American History X (DVD) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91MCZoFJG9L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Must See Movie! *by D***E on January 14, 2017* One of the most powerful film dramas ever created. Follow the story of Derrick Vinyard, a brilliant but troubled young man who falls into the white supremacist movement in Venice Beach, California and quickly rises through the ranks to become a leader. But after serving a three year prison sentence for killing two black men who had tried to steal his car, Derrick emerges as a new person on a mission to distance himself, and his younger brother Danny, from the racist lifestyle he had helped to create. Exactly how this transformation took place is slowly revealed through a series of flashbacks, culminating with a brutal act of betrayal at the hands of those he counted as friends and his salvation through the people he'd always cast as enemies. Edward Norton (as Derrick) is superb in American History X, rightly receiving an Oscar nomination for the role. Supporting actors Edward Furlong (Danny), Beverly D'Angelo (the boys' mother), and Avery Brooks as Dr. Sweeney (the boys' high school teacher) also shine. Really, though, it all comes down to the superb writing and directing which paints a believable portrait of how a couple of otherwise bright young men can be sucked into such an illogical viewpoint of hatred. An early scene depicting a basketball game played between Derrick's skinhead followers and a group of black gang members is exceptional: even while your mind recoils from the neo-nazi tattoos and racist epithets thrown about by the white hoopsters it's difficult not to feel a certain amount of triumph as they prevail against the odds. Listening to Derrick spout off cherry-picked statistics and tired arguments in favor of his racist views you begin to understand the appeal a movement like that can have for aimless youths despite your own incredulity at the words pouring out of his mouth. This is a film which forgoes blatant preaching in favor of simply demonstrating the end results of such misguided anger, and one which will have a significant impact on its viewers. There are criticisms to be leveled: some of the scenarios are contrived to put it kindly, many of the secondary characters are poorly developed (if at all), and the ending comes about 20 minutes too late while ditching much of the subtlety showcased throughout the run time in favor of a sledge hammer approach. None of these detract from the beautifully fleshed out primary character of Derrick, nor from the superb portrayal offered by Norton, and certainly they do not diminish the overall worth of the picture. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Brutally Brilliant *by S***N on January 4, 2010* Going into American History X, I knew two things about the movie: 1) it was about neo nazi's 2)Edward Norton was suppose to keep constant with being an amazing actor. Apon viewing History, I left with knowing three things: 1)The writing and direction are bar none 2) Edward Norton is still a phenominal actor and 3)American History X is one helluva film. Nazi's are characters which aren't too common in American film. Outside of being plastered by an All American protagonist assult rifle, (or by the Bear Jew's bat) Nazi's are untouched by the cinema. Never before has anyone tried to take a Nazi, a modern day Nazi at that, and turn him into a heroic character. American History X uses this as it's main hook. Edward Norton plays a reformed Neo-Nazi in Venice Beach. After being incarcerated for 3 years in prision, Derek Vinyard (Norton) looks to reform his life and save his brother from the gang life that he lead. Norton's acting in the late 90's was that of legends. AHX catipultes him on a podium of acting that is untouched by the hords of modern day preformers. His acting talents have leaked into other flicks, but with History X and Fight Club, Norton was in rare form, catipulting two revolutionary films even further. Thematically, American History gives a good amount of social commentary where the message is prevelant, but you aren't bashed over the head. Touching on a theme that Unforgiven gave, direcotr Tony Kaye asks us, can forgiveness be an option to a person with such a terrible history? Mixing themes of race, gang life, and redemption, American History message is left blatently open, but is strong and powerful. American History X blew me away. I intially thought X would showcase the downfall of a man with no morals. Instead, I was introduced to a cast of mentally complex characters that grow and evolve. As brutal as it is brilliant, AHX is rated R for good reason. Graphic violence, rape and language is used liberally. It packs as big a punch with adult material is it does with it's message. On the last note, Hollywood once agian takes its stabs at Republicans (although Vinyard is right winged Naxi, he has very educated political opinions), dissapointing me, the "close minded conservative". Regardless, History X is a great film that derserves to be viewed. 9.5 ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This movie is very informative. *by R***L on October 13, 2025* Very good movie I highly recommended it!!! ## Frequently Bought Together - American History X (DVD) - American Me [DVD] --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/14199665-american-history-x-dvd](https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/14199665-american-history-x-dvd) --- *Product available on Desertcart Saudi Arabia* *Store origin: SA* *Last updated: 2026-04-22*