Whip It

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When word got out that Hollywood starlet Drew Barrymore would be directing and starring in a movie about roller derby, America wasn’t sure how to react. Barrymore had a loyal fan base as an actress, but directing would be a new feat for her.In short, Whip It is about a small town misfit (Ellen Page) who is sick of competing in beauty pageants for her mother. She finds her calling with the ‘Hurl Scouts’ roller derby team while sneaking out with a friend. The plot is intertwined with friendship, romance, and family relationships. Barrymore’s first attempt at directing couldn’t have been easy due to the unconventional storyline. However, to put it simply: she rocked it. Read more »

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