The author wrote the book based on his experiences in San Diego.
The story draws inspiration from the writer's childhood and experiences growing up in San Diego.
Who directed the movie?
The film is Tony Kaye's first feature film directing role.
How much money did the movie make?
The film grossed $23.9 million; against a $20 million budget.
American History X is about two cousins.
In American History X, two Los Angeles brothers were involved in white power skinheads and neo-Nazis played by Edward Norton and Edward Furlong.
The movie is about racial prejudice towards black people in America.
This movie takes as its central theme racial prejudice towards blacks in America in the 1990s, a period in which white supremacists and neo-Nazis were active, and their mutual hatred determined their fights.
Norton tries to stop his brother from becoming indoctrinated.
Norton attempts to prevent his brother Furlong from becoming indoctrinated further.
Edward Norton and Edward Furlong play the Neo-Nazis.
In American History X, two Los Angeles brothers were involved in white power skinheads and Neo-Nazis played by Edward Norton and Edward Furlong.
What was Northon preventing his brother from?
Norton attempts to prevent his brother Furlong from becoming indoctrinated further.
Northon got nominated for the Best Actor award.
Norton got nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actor.
Who directed the movie African History Y?
Kaye directed African History Y, a movie inspired by American History X.