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Jim Greco - "The Way Out" Film

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  Jim Greco is a legendary skater, there's no denying that. In his earlier days, rolling around with the "Piss Drunk" crew, who had amazing skills on skateboards, that lawless punk rock attitude but who's fates have almost all been damaged in one way or another. Along with Ali Boulala, Andrew Reynolds, Dustin Dollin, Erik Ellington (with whom he started Deathwish with) and a host of others, they set the scene and direction for skateboarding at that time. Baker 2G was one of my very first skate videos I saw and was completely blown away by it, especially Greco's section and I've been a massive fan of his ever since. Thankfully he pulled himself through the crazy periods of his life and has now treated us to a new video called "The Way Out". Shot by Greco himself, it follows two years of his life, the 11th and 12th years of being clean and sober. The 30 minute feature that also includes footage of Jeremy Klein, is produced by Hammers USA and is shot in 35mm colour and is the most personal and introspective skate film to date. Greco has always raised the bar in every part he's put out there and the skating in "The Way Out" is no different, in no way at all has he slowed down or shown signs like he is ready to stop and this film proves that. Lets hope this is not the last part we see of "Grecs", I don't think it will be! Greco became sober and devoted his life to skateboarding, well done Jim and thanks for the inspiring skateboarding that you continue to give us!     Keep up with all things in the world of Jim Greco by following him on Instargram !    
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