Skate Dreams (2022)

5.5/10 • 82 min • Documentary

Overview

Skate Dreams, the first feature documentary about the rise of women’s skateboarding, profiles a group of women whose pursuit of self-expression, equality, and freedom have created an international movement on and off their skateboards. From their boycott of the X-Games, to their defiance of traditional skateboarding gatekeepers, through grueling worldwide skate competitions in the run up to the Olympics, Skate Dreams showcases the charismatic personalities, indomitable spirits and amazing talent of these trailblazing pioneers.

Cast

Mimi Knoop

Kouv ‘Tin’ Chansangva

Nora Vasconcellos

Cara-Beth Burnside

Lisa Whitaker

Alexis Sablone

Jessyka Bailey

Jordyn Barratt

Jaime Reyes

Jessie Van Roechoudt

Vanessa Torres

Self

Kim Woozy

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