Having an acting resume of over 50 films Drew's career is not one to be shunned (It's actually no wonder she hasn't attempted to direct sooner). So when this twice nominated golden globe actress decides to direct her own feature film, move over hollywood because there are very few people that have the power to stop her.
Whip it! starring the likes of the afore mentioned Drew Barrymore, Ellen Page (x-men, juno), Jimmy Fallon (Saturday Night Live) and more, has been in the works for the past 2 years. The girls having taken serious Roller derby training to make the film has authentic as possible.
The story follows a small town girl Bliss (Page) and her journey to escape the small town blues. In a bid to escape the same miss America pagent style lifestyle that her mother grew up with and is forcing upon her, she is introduced to the thrill seeking, daredevil world, of Roller Derby. A female only full contact sport, where more or less they ride around in circles and beat the crap out of each other. For Bliss it is love at first sight and she begins her journey of self discovery.
The story itself was well written with great scripting. The only real flaw worth mentioning is that a few scenes I found to be inconclusive. For example the swimming pool scene, which to be honest was just kind of awkward (reminded me of a coke commercial), and then the final Scene with Oliver (Landon Pigg). Did they break up? I still don't know.
But overall it was enjoyable to watch, the costuming and design was top notch and it was convincing performances by the entire cast, And shed great light on an unrecognized sport. I'd recommend it.
3 stars out of 5.
peace and love till next time.
ben
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