Question 1

Which real-life roller derby skaters played the Manson Sisters in the film?

Accepted Answer

Rachel Piplica and Kristen Adolfi, better known as Iron Maven and Krissy Krash of the Los Angeles Derby Dolls, played the Manson Sisters.

Question 2

How was the writer Shauna Cross connected to the world of roller derby?

Accepted Answer

Shauna Cross was a former Roller Derby skater with the Los Angeles Derby Dolls, skating under the name Maggie Mayhem, and many elements of the film were inspired by her experiences.

Question 3

What real-life family connection appears in the casting?

Accepted Answer

Eulala Scheel, who plays Brooke's daughter Shania, is the real-life daughter of Marcia Gay Harden, who plays Brooke.

Question 4

Which major film festivals featured 'Whip It'?

Accepted Answer

The film was featured at the Stockholm International Film Festival, Edinburgh International Film Festival, and Toronto International Film Festival.

Question 5

What role did Drew Barrymore play in making 'Whip It'?

Accepted Answer

Drew Barrymore served as director, producer, and actress playing the character Smashley Simpson.

Question 6

Which real-life roller derby skaters played the Manson Sisters in the film?

Accepted Answer

Rachel Piplica and Kristen Adolfi, known as Iron Maven and Krissy Krash of the Los Angeles Derby Dolls, played the Manson Sisters. They skated for the Hurl Scouts in the film.

Question 7

How was the writer Shauna Cross connected to the world of roller derby?

Accepted Answer

Shauna Cross was a former Roller Derby skater with the Los Angeles Derby Dolls, skating under the name Maggie Mayhem. Many elements of the film were inspired by her time with the Derby Dolls.

Question 8

What personal connection did Marcia Gay Harden have with her on-screen daughter in the film?

Accepted Answer

Eulala Scheel, who plays Brooke's daughter Shania, is Marcia Gay Harden's real-life daughter.

Question 9

Which major film festivals featured 'Whip It'?

Accepted Answer

'Whip It' was featured at the Stockholm International Film Festival and Toronto International Film Festival in 2009, and the Edinburgh International Film Festival in 2022.

Question 10

What role did Drew Barrymore play in the making of 'Whip It'?

Accepted Answer

Drew Barrymore served as director, producer, and actress in the film, playing the character Smashley Simpson.

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