Dogtown and Z-Boys

"Dogtown and Z-Boys" is a thrilling documentary that tells the story of a group of young outcasts who revolutionized skateboarding in the 1970s. Narrated by Sean Penn, the film follows the evolution of skateboarding from a California beach boy image to a low-riding surf-oriented style. With exclusive interviews, old-school skating footage, and a blistering rock soundtrack, the documentary captures the rise of the Zephyr skateboarding team from Venice's Dogtown, a tough "locals only" beach with a legacy of outlaw surfing. The film features commentary and interviews from eleven of the original members of the Z-Boys team, along with the team's co-founders, skateboarding champions, and other relevant figures from the era. Don't miss this award-winning documentary that shines a light on the attitude and culture of modern-day extreme sports.

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Dogtown and Z-Boys was released in theaters on January 18, 2001.