Thousands of roller skaters unite to save iconic rinks like Skate Depot and World on Wheels from closure amid a racially charged atmosphere.
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Thousands of roller skaters unite to save iconic rinks like Skate Depot and World on Wheels from closure amid a racially charged atmosphere.
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Roller rinks like Skate Depot and World on Wheels become battlegrounds for a vibrant community in "United Skates." Directed by Dyana Winkler and Tina Brown, this 2018 documentary follows the fight to save African-American roller skating culture as rinks face closure. Executive produced by John Legend, it features artists like Salt-N-Pepa, Coolio, and Naughty By Nature. The film premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival on April 19, 2018, and aired on HBO on February 18, 2019.
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- Meet Salt-N-Pepa and Coolio in a new context.
- Find out about iconic roller rinks across the U.S.
- See how roller skating shapes community culture.
Did You Know
- The film premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival on April 19, 2018.
- It aired on HBO on February 18, 2019.
- The documentary features notable roller rinks like Skate Depot and World on Wheels.
- John Legend served as the executive producer of the film.
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Who directed the documentary United Skates?
United Skates was directed by Dyana Winkler and Tina Brown.
When did United Skates premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival?
United Skates premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival on April 19, 2018.
Which notable artists are featured in United Skates?
The documentary features artists such as Salt-N-Pepa, Coolio, and Naughty By Nature.
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