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Deep Dive: Playing Fields (1997)

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Playing Fields
Playing Fields is a UK skateboarding documentary from 1997 that captures the skate culture of the late 1990s. It features prominent skaters like Mark Channer, Ben Rodriguez, and Alex Moul, showcasing their skills and personalities as they navigate urban environments. The film was originally released on VHS and later digitally remastered for DVD in 2013, allowing new audiences to experience the energy of the skateboarding scene during this era. The documentary runs for 35 minutes and is presented in English. It focuses on the passion and dedication of the featured skaters, providing a glimpse into their lives and the vibrant community surrounding skateboarding at the time. The film emphasizes the creativity and individuality of each skater, making it a significant representation of the sport during the late 1990s.

Why Watch

  • •Meet skaters like Mark Channer and Ben Rodriguez.
  • •See the raw energy of 1990s skate culture.
  • •Find out how urban environments shape skateboarding.

Did You Know

•Playing Fields was released on VHS in 1997.
•The documentary features skaters like Mark Channer and Ben Rodriguez.
•It was digitally remastered and released on DVD in 2013.
•The film has a runtime of 35 minutes.

Perfect For

Skateboarding enthusiasts1990s culture fansDocumentary lovers