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Anatomy of a Hate Crime

  • TV Movie
  • 2001
  • 1h 30m
IMDb RATING
6.7/10
329
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Anatomy of a Hate Crime (2001)
Drama

Fact-based drama centering on the brutal 1998 murder of Matthew Shepard, an openly homosexual college student in Wyoming, by two homophobic, trouble-making teens and their co-conspirator gir... Read allFact-based drama centering on the brutal 1998 murder of Matthew Shepard, an openly homosexual college student in Wyoming, by two homophobic, trouble-making teens and their co-conspirator girlfriends which prompted an outcry of support for the Shepard family and tougher hate-crime... Read allFact-based drama centering on the brutal 1998 murder of Matthew Shepard, an openly homosexual college student in Wyoming, by two homophobic, trouble-making teens and their co-conspirator girlfriends which prompted an outcry of support for the Shepard family and tougher hate-crime laws by liberal activists, but also support for Matthew's killers by religious leaders an... Read all

  • Director
    • Tim Hunter
  • Writer
    • Max Ember
  • Stars
    • Cy Carter
    • Brendan Fletcher
    • Ian Somerhalder
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    • IMDb RATING
    6.7/10
    329
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Tim Hunter
    • Writer
      • Max Ember
    • Stars
      • Cy Carter
      • Brendan Fletcher
      • Ian Somerhalder
    • 15User reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 nomination total

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    Cy Carter
    Cy Carter
    • Matthew Shepard
    Brendan Fletcher
    Brendan Fletcher
    • Aaron McKinney
    Ian Somerhalder
    Ian Somerhalder
    • Russell Henderson
    Busy Philipps
    Busy Philipps
    • Chasity Pasley
    Amanda Fuller
    Amanda Fuller
    • Kristen Price
    Gabrielle Miller
    Gabrielle Miller
    • Kara Dupree
    Richard Stroh
    Richard Stroh
    • Carter Grey
    Timothy Webber
    Timothy Webber
    • Officer Slade
    Grant Linneberg
    • Ofc. John Ryan
    Carrie Schiffler
    • Officer Vicky Reese
    David Haysom
    David Haysom
    • Barrett Cooper
    Andy Maton
    • Professor Tilden
    John Innes
    John Innes
    • Judge Kramer
    Karen Barker
    Karen Barker
    • Counselor
    Kevin McNulty
    Kevin McNulty
    • Carl Manzani
    Chris Enright
    Chris Enright
    • Wayne Barnes
    Jane Sowerby
    Jane Sowerby
    • Roxanne Du Bois
    Rainer Kahl
    • Justin Clowes
    • Director
      • Tim Hunter
    • Writer
      • Max Ember
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    TBelton1

    A Fairly Good Drama

    I really enjoyed this made for TV MTV special; and I thought it was a fairly accurate depiction of the real life tragedy. I could have done without the first person comments (supposedly coming from the late Matthew Sheppard) as we don't really know what he would be saying. As for the acting, I'll give a big thumbs up to actor Ian Somerhalder who played the part of one of the murders, Russell Henderson. He played the part so well in fact that I almost found myself feeling some sympathy for the character (Henderson) who was more or less bullied by the other perpertrator who actually did the killing. Somerhalder is just hard to dislike I suppose. The other killer was easy enough to dispise though. Overall, I would give the movie an 8 of 10 rating; now if MTV will just put it out on DVD/VHS.
    TBelton1

    A Fairly Good Drama

    I really enjoyed this made for TV MTV special; and I thought it was a fairly accurate depiction of the real life tragedy. I could have done without the first person comments (supposedly coming from the late Matthew Sheppard) as we don't really know what he would be saying. As for the acting, I'll give a big thumbs up to actor Ian Somerhalder who played the part of one of the murders, Russell Henderson. He played the part so well in fact that I almost found myself feeling some sympathy for the character (Henderson) who was more or less bullied by the other perpetrator who actually did the killing. Somerhalder is just hard to dislike I suppose. The other killer was easy enough to despise though. Overall, I would give the movie an 8 of 10 rating; now if MTV will just put it out on DVD/VHS.
    grl_4_2gether

    Fantastic, but sad

    This film showed how wonderful Matt Shepard was, and how brutally he was murdered. Although somewhat inaccurate, for the most part, it was terrific. Every actor involved did a great job portraying their characters. I watch this movie whenever it comes on MTV, but change it when they re-enact the murder. This scene is truly heartbreaking, more so if you knew more about it. Another difficult scene to watch is when they show the real footage of mourners, and protesters. After seeing this movie, you will understand how hard it can be in life. You'll probably want to know more, too.
    asherjdoak

    A movie that needed to be shown

    This was a very good movie and I'm glad that people know the truth about what happened that night. The one thing that sticks out in my mind, however, was when one of Matthew's killers, particularly, the guy who did the attack, spewed all that garbage about Matthew feeling his leg and all that when it clearly shows that that never happened. It just made me sick that someone could attack someone just because they're gay or whatever and not only show no remorse but also lie about what happened. I was glad that that big Mexican guy walloped him with a lead pipe because that indicated that what goes around comes around. I hope Matthew is at peace now and that his family and friends have found the will to go on.
    Kirpianuscus

    manifesto

    Touching is the obvious term about it. The second term - manifesto. It is a testimony. Maybe , in too simple lines. Maybe, using in too easy manner the antagonism. But its purpose is to remind rights and need to not ignore them. To remind not exactly a case but to be a form of encouragement to the the lonely young people. The film has few flaws. And a basic virtue - to propose the story of Matthew Sheppart as support of reflection . Sure , the dichotomy remains too obvious and Matthew seems a martyr. But the film is just a cry , using for send its message the tools of TV movie. In inspired manner. One of good points- the performance of Cy Carter.

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      Matthew's mother, Judy Shepherd, recommends against watching this movie
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      References Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937)

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    • Release date
      • January 10, 2001 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Anatomía de un crimen de odio
    • Filming locations
      • Black Diamond, Alberta, Canada
    • Production company
      • Team Entertainment
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      • $3,000,000 (estimated)
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    • Runtime
      • 1h 30m(90 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Stereo
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.78 : 1

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