*Lords of Dogtown* (2005) is a biographical drama directed by Catherine Hardwicke, based on the true story of the rise of skateboarding culture in 1970s Venice Beach, California. The film stars Emile Hirsch, Heath Ledger, and John Robinson, following a group of young skateboarders known as the Z-Boys, who revolutionize the sport with their innovative style and daring tricks. Ledger portrays Skip Engblom, the charismatic and eccentric surf shop owner who mentors the Z-Boys and helps them gain fame. The movie captures the gritty, rebellious energy of the era, blending action-packed skateboarding sequences with a portrayal of friendship, rivalry, and the commercialization of the sport.