Truth is Knowledge American History X

In knowledge lies Power


In 1998, Tony Kaye directed the film American History X which told the story of Derek and Danny Vinyard’s involvement in a twentieth century white supremacy group. The story centers on the chronological events surrounding Derek’s incarceration. The film begins with a flashback scene where the audience witnesses Derek kill two black men that are in the process of stealing his vehicle. Danny, Derek’s younger brother, views his brother’s arrest but does not testify against him. During this time period, Derek is involved in a white supremacy gang known as the D.O.C., and he ultimately ends up being sent to prison for manslaughter. The story continues in the present where we see Danny following in his brother’s footsteps by becoming more involved in the D.O.C and adopting Derek’s attitude toward white power. Derek’s former English teacher, Dr. Sweeney, begins a one-on-one class with Danny known as American History X in a last effort to save D...