About Motocrossed

"Motocrossed" is a 2001 Disney Channel Original Movie about a girl named Andrea Carson who loves motocross, even though her father finds her unsuited for the sport, being that she is "just a girl". After her twin brother Andrew breaks his leg before a big race, their father heads off to Europe to find a replacement rider. In the meantime, Andrea secretly races in Andrew's place with her mother's help.

Making / Production

The movie was produced by Disney Channel with Don Schain as the producer and Steve Boyum as the director. The script was brilliantly penned by Ann Austen and Douglas Sloan. The film was primarily shot in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Actors

• Alana Austin as Andrea "Andi" Carson: Andi took on her brother's persona to compete in motocross racing. Austin beautifully portrayed the fearless and determined spirit of her character.
• Riley Smith as Dean Talon: Smith played the professional racer who befriends Andi not knowing her true identity. His portrayal of the supporting and understanding friend was critical to the plot.
• Michael Cunio as Andrew Carson: Cunio excellently played the role of Andi's twin brother, who was initially supposed to participate in the race.
• Trever O'Brien as Jason Carson: O'Brien played Andi's younger brother who, along with his mother, supports Andi's racing endeavors.
• Mary-Margaret Humes as Geneva Carson: Humes played the mother who helps Andi in her endeavor, showcasing a strong and supportive maternal character.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The movie is based on Shakespeare's "Twelfth Night", which is a comedy about mistaken identities.
• The original title of the movie was "MX Superstars".
• Many motocross professionals were used as stunt doubles in the movie.

Quotes

• "All the world's a racetrack to you, isn't it?" - Andrew Carson
• "With enough practice, you can do anything" - Andrea Carson
• "You're scared of a girl?" - Jason Carson

Music, Soundtrack

• "Crush" by the band Eden's Crush serves as the movie's theme song.
• "On My Own" showcased Dusty Drake's soulful voice.
• "Get a Little Dirty" by Emma Roberts set a fitting tone for the motocross scenes.