A Roll Through at the Museum of the Moving Image
Reviewing the Ride
Museum of the Moving Image in Queens, New York, explores the “Recording the Ride” exhibit, which pays homage to the era of VHS skateboarding videos from 1984 to 1999. Context and Origins: The exhibit pays homage to the evolution of skateboarding videos, beginning with the classic “Bones Brigade Video Show” (1984), considered the first professional skateboarding video, through the end of the VHS era in the 1990s, when DVDs took its place. Exhibition Design: Includes unique artifacts such as decks, old cameras, VHS tapes and skateboards used in iconic videos. Each piece has a story, highlighting the cultural and creative impact of the era. Brand and Producer Influence: Historic videos such as “Shackle Me Not” (H-Street), “Video Days” (Blind), “Virtual Reality” (Plan B) and “Mouse” (Girl) are highlighted. These productions were instrumental in redefining skateboarding’s aesthetic and shaping the industry. Culture and Counterculture: The exhibition explores how skate videos were more than just a record of tricks – they captured the DIY spirit and counterculture of skateboarding. They represent a time when camaraderie and rebellion were at the heart of skateboarding’s identity. Impact: Developed with input from industry figures, the exhibition reflects on the transition from analogue to digital media and celebrates the creativity of the people and filmmakers who helped popularise the scene.
Presented by Bobby Puleo. Filmed and edited by Jack Palmiotti.Source on page Same Old.