Episode 44: Skate Kitchen (2018)

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03/31/20 • 132 min

Sports may be canceled for now but we’re still going to talk about them! On this week’s episode, Ashley and Britney are heading to the skate park to discuss Skate Kitchen (2018) directed by Crystal Moselle and starring Rachelle Vinberg, Jaden Smith, and Elizabeth Rodriguez. Ashley and Britney continue their discussion of sports and gender norms. Ashley shares her experiences in roller derby and your favorite podcast demons stan for the talented skaters of Skate Kitchen. This week’s recommendations include A League of Their Own (1992) and Girlfight(2000). Follow us on Twitter @ blkgirlfilmclub. Check us out on Instagram @ blackgirlfilmclub. Visit us at http://www.blackgirlfilmclub.com.

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