Stompin' Stu: The Story of BMX Legend Stu Thomsen (2009)

From the makers of award winning film, Joe Kid on a Stingray. Stompin' Stu is a true story about perhaps the most dominant BMX racer in history, Stu Thomsen. From his battles off the track to his battles on the track, Stompin' Stu is most importantly a film about being inspired. The film explores Stu's fast track to BMX stardom from his battles with legend rider Brent Patterson to his fierce battles with his own brother, Greg Hill. Featuring races from the Bercy cross in Paris France to the World championship Knotts Berry farms race in California. The story is entirely told through interviews of respected BMX legends and features the stories behind each of his sponsors throughout his career. It goes on to tell the story about his transition from BMX pro to his current career. The film enters Stu's life as a prostate cancer survivor and uncovers his surprise triumphs after recovery.