Lords of Dogtown [blu-ray] / Columbia Pictures presents a Linson Films production in association with Senator International ; produced by John Linson ; written by Stacy Peralta ; directed by Catherine Hardwicke.
Emile Hirsch, Victor Rasuk, John Robinson, Michael Angarano, Nikki Reed, Heath Ledger, Rebecca De Mornay, Johnny Knoxville. Originally released as a motion picture in 2005. Inspired by a true story. Special features: deleted and extended scenes; director and cast commentary; making-of Lords of Dogtown; bails and spills featurette; extended pool session; "Of course we want a skateboarding bulldog!"; the ocean washes my hair and make-up test; the making of Pacific Ocean Park; Dogtown cameo featurettes; storyboard comparisons.
Summary:
Based on the true story of the legendary Z-Boys, this film is a fictionalized take on a brilliant group of young skateboarders who perfect their craft in the empty swimming pools of unsuspecting suburban homeowners, pioneering a thrilling new sport.
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