July 28, 2003 (Santa Monica, CA) – Blink, and you might miss something… on August 19, Artisan Home Entertainment brings the gripping world of the top action sports to DVD with the release of the fast-paced Keep Your Eyes Open. From the mountain peaks of Canada to the churning surf of Hawaii's North Shore, director Tamra Davis and director of photography Jerry Dugan take viewers to the heart of the action, capturing some of the most jaw-dropping stunts and gruesome spills ever seen in the worlds of snowboarding, skiing, surfing, BMX, motorcross, and skateboarding. Shot on location in 35mm film, this dynamic production interlocks heart-pumping music by The Latch Brothers, death-defying stunts, and rare, candid interviews with athletes to show just what it takes, both mentally and physically, to perform the impossible.
An exhilarating ride not just for action sports enthusiasts, Keep Your Eyes Open showcases the eye-popping courage and raw talent possessed by top action sports athletes Eric Koston and Steve Berra (skateboarding), Mike Basich, Tina Basich and Marc Frank Montoya (snowboarding), Mat Hoffman (BMX), Travis Pastrana (motorcross), Sunny Garcia, Bruce Irons and Andy Irons (surfing) and Seth Morrison (skiing). The DVD is jammed with never-before-seen footage and extra features including commentary with snowboarder Tina Basich and director Tamra Davis. Keep Your Eyes Open will be available on DVD for the suggested retail price of $19.98 US. The title has a pre-order date of July 22.
Artisan Entertainment Inc. is the leading independent producer and distributor of theatrical, television and home entertainment product. The Company coordinates its business activities through two wholly owned operating divisions, Artisan Pictures and Artisan Home Entertainment. The Artisan Pictures division is responsible for the development, production, marketing and distribution of the Company's annual slate of theatrical films. The Artisan Home Entertainment division has an extensive library of over 7,000 titles which includes its own properties, as well as a wide spectrum of films from Academy Award(r) winning classics to blockbusters and cult favorites.
Keep Your Eyes Open Street Date: August 19, 2003 Pre-Order Date: July 22, 2003 Running Time: 78 minutes Suggested Retail Price: DVD: $19.98 US Rating: PG 13