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Viewer Score

86
Viewer score based on 10 votes.

Critic Score

62
Critics' score based on 32 reviews.
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Theatrical Release Date:
10/30/1998
DVD Release Date:
04/06/1999
Run Time:
118min.
Director(s):
Distributor(s):
New Line
MPAA Rating:
R for graphic brutal violence including rape, pervasive language, strong sexuality and nudity.
Genre(s):
Drama

Plot: Tony Kaye made his feature directorial debut with this dramatic exploration into the roots of race hatred in America. In a shocking opening scene, teen Danny Vinyard (Edward Furlong) races to tell his older brother, neo-Nazi Derek (Edward Norton), ... Read More

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This movie is really good! I wouldn\'******* it if you are against racism (which I am, by the way, and it was hard to watch at sometimes), but it is a moving, jolting movie. The acting was at times ca... rdboard, but not a lot. That\'s the only reason why I gave it a 4. Full Review

May 10, 2011
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This movie was really good! I wouldn't recomnd watching it if your against Nazis and racism..but it's a really good movie! Edward Norton played a really good role and the ending will shock you, but th... is movie is worth a watch! Full Review

June 27, 2008
DylanG2020

I thought the movie was awesome!!! I think Edward Norton is so hot !!!

June 13, 2008
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