Powell Peralta: The Bones Brigade Video Show
Powell Peralta: The Bones Brigade Video Show

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Powell Peralta: The Bones Brigade Video Show

1984
Movie
30 min
English

From 1979 to 1983, skateboarding went though its first “dark age”. Popularity plunged, and most skaters ditched the sport. Then came the first of the famous Bones Brigade videos by Powell Peralta. It was filmed at the beginning of the 1980's skateboard boom and intended to show new skaters what had been going on in the sport. The Bones Brigade Video Show is definitely old school, and definitely rad. Packed with low riding & sliding action, pink shirts, high shorts, and the top names in skateboarding at the time and even today. The soundtrack, filming, everything - this is one of the best.

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IMDb8.2/10
Director: Stacy PeraltaGenres: Documentary, Sport

Plot Summary

This seminal skateboarding video chronicles the early days of the legendary Bones Brigade team, showcasing their innovative tricks and vibrant personalities. It captures the raw energy and progression of skateboarding in the mid-1980s, featuring groundbreaking footage from various skate spots and competitions. The film serves as a foundational piece in skateboarding history, highlighting the camaraderie and creativity of its pioneering members.

Critical Reception

While not a traditional film release with critical reviews, 'The Bones Brigade Video Show' is universally acclaimed within the skateboarding community as an iconic and influential piece of media. It is lauded for its authentic portrayal of the sport's culture and its introduction of future skate legends to a wider audience. Its impact on subsequent generations of skateboarders is undeniable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Revolutionary for its time, setting a new standard for skate videos.

  • Introduced a generation to the magic of the Bones Brigade and their distinct styles.

  • Captures the authentic spirit and progression of mid-80s skateboarding.

Google audience: Audience reception within the skateboarding community is overwhelmingly positive, with many citing it as a formative viewing experience that inspired their own skateboarding journeys. It's frequently praised for its raw, unpolished authenticity and the introduction of legendary skaters.

Awards & Accolades

None notable (as it's a documentary/promotional video rather than a mainstream film).

Fun Fact

The video famously features early, raw footage of Tony Hawk attempting and landing some of the first-ever documented 720-degree aerial maneuvers on a skateboard, which were considered impossibly difficult at the time.

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