As you start your video walk down Venice Beach, California in 1989, the first thing that hits you is the energy of the place. The boardwalk is bustling with people of all ages, races, and backgrounds, and the air is thick with the sound of music, chatter, and laughter.
To your left, you see rows of colorful shops and vendors selling everything from tie-dyed t-shirts to handmade jewelry. As you continue down the boardwalk, you pass by street performers showing off their talents. A group of breakdancers is spinning on their heads to the beat of a boombox, while a magician is wowing a small crowd with his sleight of hand. See many of the boardwalk's popular performers of the day, including Sk...