Dogtown is original and well acted

Rating: 8/10 (4 June 2005)

My 40 something ex dragged me to this skater flick because he was a contemporary of these guys and by the time it was over I was raving about it. I too was a teen in the 70's and this movie is a master period piece...I will be waxing nostalgic for days to come! So many great cameos and the acting by the young cast is the most memorable I have seen in years. I would hope it becomes a cult classic. Emile Hirsch and Heath Ledger should definitely receive acting nods by Golden Globe if not Oscar. The acting across the board is really terrific.
But the coolest thing is the cinematography. Some of it is a little jumpy, but it really works for the most part. Moreover, though, is the authentic feel of the period, the location shots and the way Hardwicke captures LA and these amazing actors.
Definitely a summer must see...it is the story and the boys that pull you in...great.