Skatetown, U.S.A. (1979)
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41% of users liked it
(131 ratings)
The short-lived roller-disco craze of the late 1970s served as inspiration for this dated comedy, which follows the patrons of a popular roller-disco palace as they prepare for a major race. Naturally, the climactic showdown features a wholesome, upright hero (Greg Bradford) facing the fearsome… More The short-lived roller-disco craze of the late 1970s served as inspiration for this dated comedy, which follows the patrons of a popular roller-disco palace as they prepare for a major race. Naturally, the climactic showdown features a wholesome, upright hero (Greg Bradford) facing the fearsome challenge of a leather-clad villain (a pre-fame Patrick Swayze). ~ Judd Blaise, Rovi
- Rating, Runtime
- PG, 1 hr. 38 min.
- Directed By
- William A. Levey
- Genres
- Comedy
- In Theaters
- Oct 1, 1979 Wide
- Studio
- Columbia Pictures
Critic Reviews
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Adam Lippe, Examiner.com
To give you an idea of the innocence of the time period and mindset behind the movie, Bradford performs his solo show to The Village People's Macho Man, and there's not even the hint of a homoerotic tint to it, he even courts Swayze's younger sister.
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Cast
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Scott Baioas Richie -
Flip Wilsonas Harvey Ross -
Ron Palilloas Frankey
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Ruth Buzzias Elvira -
Dave Masonas Himself -
Greg Bradfordas Stan
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