American History X is a dramatic crime movie that was released in 1998. The film tells a compelling story about a former neo-Nazi, Derek, played by Edward Norton, who decides to change his ways after his release from prison, hoping to prevent his younger brother, Danny from falling into the same path. This article will provide information about where the movie was filmed, the roles of various characters, and interesting backstage facts about the production.
Where it Filmed?
The movie was shot in several locations across Los Angeles, California, including Venice High School located on Venice Boulevard, Johnie’s Coffee Shop on Wilshire Boulevard, and Archie’s Ranch Market on Lankershim Blvd, North Hollywood. Other locations that were also part of the filming include a house on Meade Place in Venice Beach and the city’s general surroundings. The filming took place from March 17, 1997, to May 21, 1997.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Edward Norton | Derek |
| Edward Furlong | Danny |
| Beverly D’Angelo | Doris |
| Jennifer Lien | Davina |
| Ethan Suplee | Seth |
| Fairuza Balk | Stacey |
| Avery Brooks | Sweeney |
| Elliott Gould | Murray |
| Stacy Keach | Cameron |
| William Russ | Dennis |
| Guy Torry | Lamont |
| Joe Cortese | Rasmussen |
| Antonio David Lyons | Lawrence |
| Alex Sol | Mitch McCormick |
| Giuseppe Andrews | Jason |
| Michelle Christine White | Lizzy |
| Jonathan Fowler Jr. | Jerome |
| Nicholas R. Oleson | Huge Aryan |
| Jordan Marder | Curtis |
| Paul Le Mat | McMahon |
| Cherish Lee | Kammi |
| Sam Vlahos | Dr. Aguilar |
| Tara Blanchard | Ally Vinyard |
| Anne Lambton | Cassandra |
| Steve Wolford | Reporter |
| Richard Noyce | Desk Sergeant |
| Danso Gordon | Buddy #1 |
| Jim Norton | Randy |
| David Basulto | Guard |
| Alexis Rose Coen | Young Ally |
| Paul Hopkins | Student |
| Keith Odett | Random Skinhead |
| Nigel Miguel | Basketball Player |
| Darrell Britt | White Supremicist (uncredited) |
| Robert ‘Duckie’ Carpenter | Skinhead (uncredited) |
| Sydney ‘Big Dawg’ Colston | Prison Gang Leader (uncredited) |
| Hans Cozzens | Police Officer #2 (uncredited) |
| John Embry | Parking Lot Skinhead (uncredited) |
| Maximillian Kesmodel | Young Danny Vinyard (uncredited) |
| Barbie Marie | Student (uncredited) |
| Andre McCoy | Basketball Player (uncredited) |
| Allie Moss | Skinhead Girlfriend (uncredited) |
| Denney Pierce | Arresting Officer (uncredited) |
| Glendon Rich | Deputy Sheriff (uncredited) |
| Louis E. Rosas | Jail Inmate (uncredited) |
| Sam Sarpong | Jail Inmate (uncredited) |
| Mark Swanson | Skinhead in Store (uncredited) |
| Jeremy Sweet | Skinhead (uncredited) |
| Selwyn Ward | High School Student Leaving Bathroom (uncredited) |
| Ethan Wilde | Skinhead (uncredited) |
| Debra Wilson | Mother in a Coffee Shop (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- Derek, the movie’s central character, is portrayed by Edward Norton.
- Edward Furlong plays the role of Derek’s brother, Danny.
- Beverly D’Angelo takes on the role of Doris, while Jennifer Lien plays Davina.
- Ethan Suplee portrays Seth, Fairuza Balk’s role is Stacey, and Avery Brooks acts as Sweeney.
- Other characters include Elliott Gould’s Murray, Stacy Keach’s Cameron, and William Russ’s Dennis.
- The roles of Lamont, Rasmussen, and Little Henry are played by Guy Torry, Joe Cortese, and Jason Bose Smith respectively.
- The film was directed by Tony Kaye and written by David McKenna.
- The production was nominated for an Oscar, won four other awards, and had 14 nominations.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Venice High School – 13000 Venice Boulevard, Venice, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 33.9974758
- Longitude: -118.4437986
- Place ID: ChIJN8fF2_S6woAReNIBVgNuuJI
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 13000 Venice Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90066, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Johnie’s Coffee Shop – 6101 Wilshire Boulevard, Fairfax, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0633305
- Longitude: -118.3615932
- Place ID: ChIJrTGWbzy5woAR8iDm9NlgP3c
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 6101 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Archie’s Ranch Market – 7500 Lankershim Blvd, North Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.2069906
- Longitude: -118.3873729
- Place ID: ChIJzdC8dCaUwoARfh6WHPZlVfo
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 7500 Lankershim Blvd, North Hollywood, CA 91605, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: 2206 Meade Place, Venice Beach, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 33.99316719999999
- Longitude: -118.455801
- Place ID: ChIJMy_zP5O6woARwcU809cZ1mc
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 2206 Meade Pl, Venice, CA 90291, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0549076
- Longitude: -118.242643
- Place ID: ChIJE9on3F3HwoAR9AhGJW_fL-I
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Los Angeles, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
