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200728 minPGdocumentary

7.0/ 10(6 ratings)• TMDB

Sports Technology Fan Culture

Get Tricks or Die Tryin'

200728 minPGdocumentary

7.0/ 10(6 ratings)• TMDB

Paul Rodriguez and Ryan Sheckler display their skateboarding skills in San Jose, California, and Finland, reflecting the culture of the Digital skate company.

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Paul Rodriguez and Ryan Sheckler display their skateboarding skills in San Jose, California, and Finland, reflecting the culture of the Digital skate company.

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Bill Weiss

Bill Weissdirector

Dennis Martindirector

Jani Laitiala

Jani Laitialacast

Bjorn Johnstoncast

Jordan Hoffart

Jordan Hoffartcast

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Paul Rodriguez and Ryan Sheckler skate through the streets of San Jose, California, and iconic spots in Finland. They perform tricks and demonstrate skills in various urban environments. The film tracks Digital, a skater-owned company, as it documents the skateboarding culture. It features interviews and footage of a vibrant community united by their passion for the sport. Get Tricks or Die Tryin' runs for 28 minutes and was directed by Bill Weiss in 2007.

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