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Date

Saturday, May 18, 2024

Time

2:00 PM

Theater

THEATER 2

Program

HEROIC DOCS 2

Don't Be Dainty...It's Derby

Mutch and Scald Eagle are two superstar skaters in the world of competitive roller derby. This behind-the-scenes documentary captures their intense passion to win while uncovering roller derby’s surprising subculture.

About the Director

Alix Speyer Bacher is an award winning independent filmmaker, the director and a producer of Don’t Be Dainty...It’s Derby. Her lengthy career in production includes credits in a range of media: broadcast, news, advertising and marketing. In her first documentary, she unpacks an under the radar amateur sport that’s poised to emerge as a blueprint for the future of women’s sports. A skilled interviewer, Alix’s signature is developing trust and inspiring candor with subjects. She's produced hundreds of interviews with performing artists, thought leaders, politicians and regular folks.

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