Downhill Motion
Synopsis
Downhill Motion documents the spirit and soul of skateboarding like no other film in history. This underground classic takes you back to Huntington Beach, California in 1975 with the founders of the world of skateboarding. Watch Bob Neishi and many others bring life to the sidewalks of Southern California with 55 mph barefoot speed runs, solid 360s, and a soulful downhill motion.
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Classic 1975 Skateboarding Film Huntingdon Beach California
Type: Clip • Published 2020-05-12
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1975
Wide Cinema Exhibition
January 1, 2005
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Greg Weaver, Spyder Wills
- Original Score
- Rich Sumner, The Closet Surfers
- Original Title
- Downhill Motion
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 35m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Greg Weaver, Spyder Wills
Rich Sumner, The Closet Surfers
G. R. Walper
Department Leadership Roster
G. R. Walper
Producer
Greg Weaver
Director
Spyder Wills
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Downhill Motion
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What is Downhill Motion about?
Downhill Motion documents the spirit and soul of skateboarding like no other film in history. This underground classic takes you back to Huntington Beach, California in 1975 with the founders of the world of skateboarding. Watch Bob Neishi and many others bring life to the sidewalks of Southern California with 55 mph barefoot speed runs, solid 360s, and a soulful downhill motion.
Who directed Downhill Motion?
Downhill Motion was directed by Greg Weaver, Spyder Wills.
Who stars in Downhill Motion?
The principal cast of Downhill Motion includes Rich Sumner, Bob Neishi, Torger Johnson, Skitch Hitchcock, Guy "Grundy" Spagnoli.
When was Downhill Motion released and how long is it?
Downhill Motion was released in 1975 with a total runtime of 35m.
Who composed the musical score for Downhill Motion?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Downhill Motion was composed by Rich Sumner, The Closet Surfers.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Downhill Motion?
Downhill Motion holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).