Tony Hawk: Until the Wheels Fall Off

So good. I'm a 90s teen and this was such a heartbreaking and heartwarming view into one of my icons. It was done beautifully and I just wanted to hug him!

Until The Wheels Fall Off is aptly titled.

Its very inspiring seeing a man curve his entire life through something that was a hobby when he was a kid, rise up to then top, give up on it, then go back to it only to lose everything - but never get off those wheels and becomes an icon.

If you're looking for a documentary about family, broken bones, and feel good moments. You'll love this documentary.

This is what skate is all about... recently he broke his leg skating, 3 weeks later he was walking to present an Oscar. He just wont quit, he's already skating again because he has set himself to this demo. This Man is is over 50! He should be in the MCU!

I've always had so much admiration for the world of skating even though I've never attempted anything more than turning a corner on a board. Traditional sports are full of excellence and consistence when it comes to performing. Skating takes all that to the next level and adds a level of grit, determination and persistence I could only dream of acquiring.

Hawk's story, and in the broader narrative the history of skating, is one of passion so pure it's motivation at the highest level for anyone who's ever wanted to achieve something in their lifetime. The characters the Duplass brothers have assembled here do a phenomenal job rounding out Tony's life and focusing in on true themes of self acceptance, ambition and the human experience through achievement in sport.

Critics have complained about the lack of focus on Tony Hawk specifically, but I found this to be so engaging with the broader things of what Tony has valued in the world, allowing others to also put forth their perspectives on his life. Wonderful piece for anyone who's sat on the sidelines like me. Hope to pick up a Pro Skater again to really pump that nostalgia back into my veins.

The wheels haven't fallen off yet. Keep riding.

I never write reviews but there hasn't been one yet for this. I got chills at the end and I never get chills in movies. I never even was that big into skating as a kid I eventually realized it wasn't my thing. This documentary is inspiring and one of my favorite movies I have seen this year so far. More people should watch.