If the world
needs even more proof that skateboarding is a mainstream
institution as opposed to an underground phenomenon, GRIND
does the trick. Casey La Scala's lighthearted adventure
introduces three friends who have just graduated from high
school.
Eric (Mike Vogel) is determined
to make it as a professional skater. He convinces the
college-bound Dustin (Adam Brody) and wisecracking Matt
(Vince Vieluf) to join him on the road for a summer of
contests, with the hopes of getting sponsored by superstar
Jimmy Wilson (Jason London). Once they manage to recruit
the smooth-talking Sweet Lou (Joey Kern) and his trusty
van, the foursome hits the road. Things don't go as
planned, however, to the point where Eric considers giving
up. But that's when Jamie (Jennifer Morrison) enters the
picture. Sweet, pretty, and a radical skater herself,
Jamie gives Eric the opportunity to strut his stuff at one
of the summer's most heated competitions. Never taking
itself too seriously, GRIND is a pleasant ensemble comedy
that features inspired performances from its up and coming
cast. It is also filled with enough cameos to keep film
fanatics on their toes (Randy Quaid, Tom Green, Bobcat
Goldthwait)!!
Features/Specifications
Attractive Retail Box
Rating:
PG (Canadian Home Video Rating)
Rating Reason:
For Crude Humor, Sexual Content, and Language.
Starring:
Adam Brody, Bobcat Goldthwait, Tom Green, Joey Kern,
Jason London, Jennifer Morrison, Randy Quaid, Vince
Vieluf, Mike Vogel
Directed By:
Casey La Scala
Release Information:
Studio: Warner Home Video
Theatrical Release Date: August 15, 2003
DVD Release Date: September 14, 2004
Run Time: 105 minutes
Production Company: Warner Brothers
Package Type: Snap Case
Dual-Layer Format
DVD Features:
Encoding:
Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only).
This DVD will probably NOT be viewable in other
countries.
Aspect Ratio(s):
Full Screen (Standard) - 1.33:1
Available Audio Tracks:
English (Dolby Digital 5.1
Surround)
French (Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround)
Languages: English,
French (Dubbed in Quebec)
Available Subtitles: English,
French and Spanish
Closed Captioned:
Yes
Bonus Features:
Commentary by Director Casey La Scala, Adam Brody,
Vince Vieluf and Joey Kern