| Skateland | |
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| Directed by | Anthony Burns |
| Produced by | Anthony Burns Brandon Freeman Heath Freeman |
| Written by | Anthony Burns Brandon Freeman Heath Freeman Justin Gilley Nicholas Jayanty Victor Moyers |
| Starring | Shiloh Fernandez Ashley Greene Brett Cullen James LeGros Taylor Handley Haley Ramm |
| Music by | Michael Penn |
| Cinematography | Peter Simonite |
| Editing by | Robert Hoffman |
| Studio | Freeman Film Reversal Films Skateland Productions |
| Distributed by | Freestyle Releasing |
| Release date(s) | January 25, 2010 (Sundance) May 13, 2011 (United States) |
| Running time | 98 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Box office | $19,411[1] |
Skateland is a 2010 American drama film written and directed by Anthony Burns. It premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in January 2010. The film was released in the United States on May 13, 2011, with distribution by Freestyle Releasing. The film stars young talent, including Shiloh Fernandez, Ashley Greene (well known for her presence in The Twilight Saga), Brett Cullen, James LeGros, Taylor Handley, and Haley Ramm.
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The story takes place in a small town in Texas in 1983. The film follows a 19-year-old boy named Ritchie Wheeler (Shiloh Fernandez) who spends most of his time at the local roller rink where he works and hangs out with his friends, Brent Burkham (Heath Freeman), Brent's sister Michelle (Ashley Greene) and Kenny Crawford (Taylor Handley). Ritchie is struggling trying to figure out his future, what he wants to do with his life and if he wants to go to college. When a tragedy occurs in Ritchie's life he is forced to make these decisions earlier than he expected.
Movie credits state movie is in memory of John Hughes, a famous director of 80s teen movies.
Based on an unknown, but presumably small, budget, Skateland only grossed $19,411 in the North American box office.[1]
The film received mixed reviews; it currently holds a 42% rating (equivalent of 5.3/10) on Rotten Tomatoes.[2]