7.5
McQueen
2018
Roller Derby Girl (1949)
July 10, 19495mEN
5.8
6 votes
Overview
Roller Derby Girl is 1949 short documentary directed by Justin Herman about how mid-twentieth century women made advances and careers in roller derby. The film was nominated for an Oscar for Best Short Subject, One-Reel.
Director
Justin HermanWriter
Top Billed Cast
Status
Released
Original Language
English
Budget
N/A
Revenue
N/A
Production Companies
Paramount Pictures
Recommended for You
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Downloaded
2013
User Reviews
CinemaSerf
6.0Did you know that in 1949, a woman prepared to travel the USA could make up to $10,000 a year going round and round on roller skates knocking seven bells out of her fellow racers and/or ending up on her own backside instead? Taken from the perspective of rookie Jean Porter; featuring the more established “Toughie” Brasuhn and thanks to quite well placed cameras, we get a sense of not just the skills and tenacity involved in racing and winning, but also of the baying masses watching, cheering and jeering from the packed stands. The men take part too with many a married couple taking to their wh…
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