The Believer is a story of a Jewish 20-something who becomes a neo-Nazi. The subject is obviously intriguing, and the acting is compelling, but the writing leaves something to be desired. The lead confronts his various beliefs, but not for any clear reasons. His convictions are so strong that you would expect major events to force change. His evolution is anti-climactic, and thus a disappointment. The best movie I've ever seen in this genre, and one of my all time favorites, is American History X, starring the amazing Edward Norton. Any film buff with a strong stomach should watch it.
September 25, 2005
The Believer - 3 stars
The Believer is a story of a Jewish 20-something who becomes a neo-Nazi. The subject is obviously intriguing, and the acting is compelling, but the writing leaves something to be desired. The lead confronts his various beliefs, but not for any clear reasons. His convictions are so strong that you would expect major events to force change. His evolution is anti-climactic, and thus a disappointment. The best movie I've ever seen in this genre, and one of my all time favorites, is American History X, starring the amazing Edward Norton. Any film buff with a strong stomach should watch it.
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