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10/07/1949 Documentary 0h 5m
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Overview

Roller Derby Girl is 1949 short documentary directed by Justin Herman about how mid-twentieth century women made advances and careers in roller derby. The film was nominated for an Oscar for Best Short Subject, One-Reel.

  1. Justin Herman

    Writer, Director

Top billed cast

  1. Jean Porter

  2. Midge Brasuhn

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Reviews

A review by CinemaSerf
Written by CinemaSerf on 2025-06-01
Did you know that in 1949, a woman prepared to travel the USA could make up to $10,000 a year going round and round on roller skates knocking seven bells out of her fellow racers and/or ending up on her own backside instead? Taken from the perspective of rookie Jean Porter; featuring the more established “Toughie” Brasuhn and thanks to quite well placed cameras, we get a sense of not just the skills and tenacity involved in racing and winning, but also of the baying masses watching, cheering and jeering from the packed stands. The men take part too with many a married couple taking to thei...read the rest
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Status
Released

Original Language
English

Budget
$0.00

Revenue
$0.00

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