A skateboarding video part blending tribute, innovative cinematography, and practical visual effects.
Story Structure — 4 Plot Phases
Prologue and Cinematic Intro
The film opens with a tribute to Keenan Milton and introduces the unique 100fps camera techniques. Low-angle shots and shoe variations establish the visual style.
100fps Camera — Jonze's personal high-speed camera introduced.
Location: Studio
Low Angle Shots — Camera positioned low to ground capturing flip tricks.
Location: Skate Park
Visual Effects Showcase
Green screen technology is deployed to create the invisible skateboards, magic board, and Skatetrix sequences. The focus shifts to digital manipulation and creative editing.
Key Events
Shoe Variation — Different shoes indicate multiple skaters in sequence.
Location: Skate Park
Green Screen Setup — Special effects scenes utilizing green screen technology.
Location: Studio
Magic Board Scene — Magic board special effect sequence showcased.
Location: Studio
Cameo and Prank Setup
Owen Wilson joins Rick Howard, Eric Koston, and Mike Carroll in a parking lot. The group prepares for a handrail trick while the camera angles are carefully managed.
Key Events
Skatetrix Sequence — Skatetrix digital effect segment displayed.
Location: Studio
Parking Lot Cameo — Owen Wilson joins skaters for a handrail trick.
Location: Parking Lot
Trick Preparation — Group prepares to perform trick on handrail.
Location: Parking Lot
Camera Angle Shift — Camera faces opposite direction momentarily.
Location: Parking Lot
Wilson Exits Frame — Wilson slips out of frame during camera shift.
Location: Parking Lot
Parking Lot — Primary location for cameo and prank sequence.
Location: Parking Lot
Handrail — Key obstacle for the group trick attempt.
Location: Parking Lot
Illusion Execution and Finale
Wilson exits the frame and Koston enters wearing a disguise to perform the trick. Wilson reappears to complete the visual gag, concluding the video part.
Key Events
Wilson Exits Frame — Wilson slips out of frame during camera shift.
Location: Parking Lot
Koston Enters — Koston replaces Wilson wearing disguise.
Location: Parking Lot
Staircase Trick — Koston performs trick down the staircase.
Location: Parking Lot
Wilson Reappears — Wilson steps back into frame after landing.
Location: Parking Lot
Illusion Complete — Trick appears completed by Wilson due to editing.
Location: Parking Lot
Trick Landing — Successful landing concludes the prank sequence.
Location: Parking Lot
Video Conclusion — Skateboarding focus wraps up with special effects.
Location: Parking Lot
Story Breakdown
Prologue Tribute — Honors the legacy of deceased skater Keenan Milton.
2001 Memorial — Acknowledges Milton's passing in 2001.
Brand Affiliation — Links Milton to Chocolate and Girl Skateboards.
Cinematic Techniques — Showcases advanced filming methods and camera work.
100fps Camera — Utilizes Jonze's personal high-speed camera.
Low Angle Shots — Positions camera close to ground for flip tricks.
Visual Effects Showcase — Demonstrates green screen and digital manipulation.
Invisible Skateboards — Creates the illusion of floating boards.
Magic Board Sequence — Features magical board transformations.
Skatetrix Segment — Displays digital tracking effects.
Cameo Appearance — Introduces Owen Wilson into the skating crew.
Parking Lot Setup — Wilson joins Howard, Koston, and Carroll.
Handrail Preparation — Group plans the trick execution.
Prank Execution — Details the camera swap and disguise trick.
Frame Exit Strategy — Wilson slips out during camera shift.
Koston Disguise — Koston enters wearing wig and matching clothes.
Illusion Resolution — Completes the visual gag and concludes the video.
Staircase Landing — Koston successfully performs the trick.
Wilson Reappearance — Wilson returns to frame to finalize the illusion.
Invisible skateboards, Eric Koston, super duper slo mo, Brandon Biebel, Marc Johnson, Owen Wilson, Rick McCrank, The Skatetrix, Gino Iannucci, Mike Carroll, The Magic Board, Brian Anderson, and the entire Girl and Chocolate Skateboard teams are all part of Girl Skateboard Films’ fourth video feature, Yeah Right!
