Skates on, Heart Open: Whip It (2009)

Screen Cares

Our listeners are diverse! Some listeners love football. Some love basketball, others prefer baseball, soccer, wrestling, NASCAR, golf or tennis! And others still, love the knock-down sport of ROLLER DERBY! It’s PRIDE month and Sarah & Jennie chat about how Whip It (2009) highlights not just a badass game but also demonstrates how one facet of our individuality shouldn’t be the qualification for acceptance. Even if you don’t agree with every choice, characteristic and shining shimmer that makes each human being unique, Screen Cares urges you to keep your hearts open. (...And also, to keep your tummies full ‘cause being hangry helps no one.)

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Screen Shares Rating: Whip It (2009) is a fun Buddy Screen to enjoy with friends because of the wonderful camaraderie and great portrayal of imperfect but real friendship, but it could also work as a Solo Screen for a great way to pick yourself up if you’re feeling down.

Screen Sparks: Want to make your movie-watching experience more meaningful? Use our Screen Sparks to ignite a great conversation with someone you care about:

1. When you think about something that you disagree with or that makes you feel uncomfortable, can you identify what is fueling your discomfort with that particular thing?
2. What can we learn about our discomfort?Just like Kristen Wiig’s character inspires Elliott Page’s character to be his own hero, what could you do that would make you feel like your own hero?
3. Roller Derby names are so fun! What would your derby name be, and why?

Resources & Background

Tips for Allies of Transgender People - GLAAD

Jim Croce - Greatest Hits - Roller Derby Queen

The Long and Surprising History of Roller Derby - The New York Times

Whip It - Movie Review - The Austin Chronicle

Real Roller Derby

Hairstyles Rebel Rouge Would Approve Of

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