The Beginning

Nov 6, 2007

0h 55m

★ 8.0

Overview

More than a decade after the release of the revolutionary skateboarding film The End, Birdhouse comes full circle with a monumental release of cinematic majesty titled The Beginning.

Genres

Documentary

Production Companies

Birdhouse

The Beginning Trailers

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Cast

Self

Tony Hawk

Self

Brian Wenning

Self

Jason Dill

Self

Josh Kalis

Self

Kerry Getz

Self

Danny Way

Self

Derek Burdette

Self

Jon Dickson

Self

Sean Eaton

Self

Justin Figueroa

Self

Shaun Gergoire

Self

Riley Hawk

When Volcom was founded in 1991, it was the first company to combine skateboarding, surfing and snowboarding under one brand from its inception. This way of life influenced the anti-establishment style and attitude that defined a generation. The cultural phenomenon was best captured when Volcom released "Alive We Ride" in 1993: a film documenting the raw excitement and spontaneous creativity inherent to the lifestyle. Twenty-one years later, with the release of "True To This", Volcom again captures the energy and artistry of board-riding in its purest forms. Shot all around the world and showcasing iconic athletes, "True To This" is a tribute to the movement that inspired a generation and the people and places that embody that spirit today.

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