Synopsis
Derby Crazy Love explores the evolution of the reemerging flat track roller derby, with a focus on its international sisterhood. [2] There are over 100 leagues in Canada and 1,400 worldwide. [3] Maya Gallus, one of the co-creators, explains, "[Derby is] female-dominated and player-owned and -operated, which already distinguishes it from any other sport." [4] As the film begins, Montreal Roller Derby’s New Skids on the Block rematch against the UK’s London Rollergirls for a shot at the international WFTDA Championships, and New York City’s Gotham Girls Roller Derby (which includes derby superstars Suzy Hotrod and Bonnie Thunders) defends their title. [5] This film captures how roller derby is part of punk’s counterculture, which tackles issues of masculinity, femininity, aggression, body image, queer identity, and gender norms. [6] Each team consists of athletes with these various identities that have found a team where they belong. Gallus states, "Nobody’s making a big feminist point or a queer statement, [derby] just is inclusive." [7] The sport is also a healthy outlet for of aggression, which is often denied to women. [8] Montreal’s team leader, Smack Daddy, summarizes the spirit of derby: "The fact that you’re combining roller skating, which is like, ‘let’s hold hands and go to the roller-rink,’ with chicks beating on each other physically is like, fireworks." [9]
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