Embark on the epic ride of Jim Phillips, the genius behind skateboarding and rock culture's electrifying art. Drawing inspiration from his life in Santa Cruz, CA, Jim helped shape the golden era of skateboarding. Jim's story is a profound narrative of resilience, passion, and enduring artistic vision. This documentary explores Jim's dynamic life and career, showcasing his iconic work that has defined an era and secured his place in modern art history.
Direction
Makens lets Jim's work speak louder than talking heads.
Production
Archival footage of 70s-80s Santa Cruz skate scene.
Cinematography
Glorious close-ups of hand-painted originals and screen prints.
Director
John Edward Makens
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Jim created the Screaming Hand in 1985, originally as a one-off board graphic that became Santa Cruz's eternal mascot.
The documentary arrives as skate aesthetics dominate luxury fashion, making Jim's tension between underground cred and mainstream success painfully relevant.
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