Film Number |
12927 |
Title |
WHAT A FINE DAY FOR A SKATE |
Producer |
WFA Media & Cultural Centre |
Date |
2004 |
Gauge |
Mini DV |
Colour |
colour |
Sound |
sound |
Running Time |
9 mins 30 secs |
Description |
Keen skateboarder Luke Batchelor introduces a film about the thriving skate scene in Manchester. The sport, which is growing in popularity, is praised by enthusiasts for allowing freedom of expression and individuality, the fact that it is not a regimented team sport being one of its many attractions. For those who feel that ‘skating dictates our whole lifestyle’, owners of specialist shops talk about the styles of clothing that go with the sport. However, even though Manchester has one of the best skate scenes in the country, it’s not popular with everyone, and the film looks at some of the physical barriers introduced into the city centre environment to prevent skating. It also visits public and private purpose-built skate parks to check out their facilities. |
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Key
This title can be seen by visiting the NWFA Viewing Pods at Archives+, Manchester Central Library.
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