Written By: Wes Brown (Editor)
Starring: Bruce Brown (narrator), Roger DeCoster, Torsten Hallman, Eddie Mulder, Joel Robert, Skip Van Leeuwen
Directed By: Bruce Brown Thrill to the only motorcycle race footage never before on video from the sports most legendary filmmaker Bruce Brown (the Academy Award nominated On Any Sunday) in this visual triumph, chronicling the birth of the exciting new sport of motocross in the United States.
The skillful blending of championship motocross competition at Hopetown and historic Ascot Park, coupled with Browns understated humor, bring the historical significance of the footage of cross-country racing in its infancy. Experience the action, as the Americans challenge the dominance of the European riders, led by Motorcycle Hall of Famer Torsten Hallman, for racing supremacy. Meet legendary riders like four time champion and Motorcycle Hall of Famers Skip Van Leeuwen, and Mert Lawwill .
Unearthed from the family vault, with Bruce BrownŒs all new interviews and commentary, Wes Brown (BruceŒs grandson) and partner TJ Barrack bring three generations of the Brown family together to showcase the remarkable talent that forever captured the sports legendary riders.
DVD Extras: About Ascot & Hopetown, About the Riders, Catching up with Van Leeuwen
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