The Believer (2001) movie poster

The Believer (2001)

"He's a jew. He’s a Neo-Nazi. With one true enemy… Himself!"
ThumbScore
👍 86%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 78% (RT: 82%, MC: 75) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
Drama

Where to Watch

Streaming
fuboTV
Rent / Buy
Prime Video
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Director
Henry Bean
Runtime
1h 38m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.9/10 (663 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
82%
Metacritic
75
Cast
Ryan Gosling as Danny Balint
Summer Phoenix as Carla Moebius
Theresa Russell as Lina Moebius
Billy Zane as Curtis Zampf
Garret Dillahunt as Billings
A.D. Miles as Guy Danielsen
Yes. 86% of real audiences liked it based on 663 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 78%.
Overview
A hardcore US racist skinhead who, because of his intelligence, leads a gang dedicated to fighting the enemy: the supposed American-Jewish conspiracy for domination. However, he's hiding a secret: he's Jewish-born, a brilliant scholar whose questioning of the tenets of his faith has left him angry and confused, turning against those who he thinks have a tragic history of their own making. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • The iconic poster for The Believer was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • Henry Bean cited several classic drama films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
Audience Consensus

The Believer is a 2001 drama film directed by Henry Bean. A hardcore US racist skinhead who, because of his intelligence, leads a gang dedicated to fighting the enemy: the supposed American-Jewish conspiracy for domination. However, he's hiding a secret: he's Jewish-born, a brilliant scholar whose questioning of the tenets of his faith has left him angry and confused, turning against those who he thinks have a tragic history of their own making.

The film has been rated by 663 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, The Believer delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

The Believer (2001) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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