1st & Hope by ELWOOD is a unique view of skateboarding through thelens of the Malloy Brothers as they capture Kenny Anderson and BrianLotti roll through downtown Los Angeles. Kenny and Brian's afternoonjourney begins with no schedule, no urgency and no particular route,just the hope to make it from 1st Street to the Staples Center beforethe sun sets. On this sunny September afternoon, Kenny and Brian weavetheir way through lil Tokyo, Chinatown, Skid Row, Flower District,Garment District and Financial District. Throughout their journey theyare joined by some of the most influential skateboarders of yesterdayand today, together they tell a story which reveals the spontaneity andartistic flow of skateboarding. Featuring Eric Dressen, Brian Lotti,Kenny Anderson, Mike Carroll, Marc Johnson, Ray Barbee, Paul Rodriguez,Matt Hensley, Lance Mountain and more. As well as music from Beck,including 2 unreleased songs.