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The Reason

The Reason

Skateboarding with a dash of drama.

1999 54m

Skateboarding is undeniably affecting our society. From waxed-up ledges, scraped-up rails, and wheel-stained walls to talk shows, TV commercials, magazine features, movies, and lawsuits. Whether embraced or shunned, skateboarding has continued to shine. Six professionals reveal the reason they skateboard.

Synopsis

Skateboarding is undeniably affecting our society. From waxed-up ledges, scraped-up rails, and wheel-stained walls to talk shows, TV commercials, magazine features, movies, and lawsuits. Whether embraced or shunned, skateboarding has continued to shine. Six professionals reveal the reason they skateboard.

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skateboardingsports

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Ty EvansDirectorJon HollandJon HollandDirector

Cast

Moses ItkonenMoses Itkonen
Josh KalisJosh Kalis
Cairo FosterCairo Foster

Director

Ty Evans, Jon Holland

Release date

30 Oct 1999

Runtime

54m

Language

English

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