Edward Norton's Controversial Comparison: Neo-Nazi in 'American History X' as Othello or Macbeth

1 min read
Source: Yahoo Entertainment
Edward Norton's Controversial Comparison: Neo-Nazi in 'American History X' as Othello or Macbeth
Photo: Yahoo Entertainment
TL;DR Summary

Edward Norton discusses his portrayal of Derek Vinyard, a former neo-Nazi leader, in the film "American History X." Norton compares the character to Othello or Macbeth, emphasizing the importance of finding the humanity in morally repugnant characters. He views the film as a modern-day Shakespearean tragedy, showcasing the destructive power of rage and anger. "American History X" is currently available for streaming on Paramount+.

Share this article

Reading Insights

Total Reads

0

Unique Readers

1

Time Saved

2 min

vs 3 min read

Condensed

85%

41964 words

Want the full story? Read the original article

Read on Yahoo Entertainment