'Whip It' Good In Michigan This Fall With Drew Barrymore

October 2, 2009 at 12:04 PM | by cmb | 0 Comments

Drew Barrymore can officially add another job to her resume this weekend: Director. The actress is making her directorial debut in Whip It, about a young woman (played by Ellen Page) who finds her life's passion when she joins a local roller derby team. The movie is set in Texas but was filmed entirely in Michigan last year. Take a look at where to stay, where to eat and what to do in Michigan this fall to get into the true spirit of Whip It.

Where to Stay:
The Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center is currently offering a weekend deal that includes a $100 Bonus Bucks coupon good toward any future two-night stay and $50 off a Hertz rental if you spend a Friday or Saturday night at the hotel this fall. Rates start around $166 a night, use the promo code V12 when booking online to get the deal.

Where to Eat:
Director Drew decided to use the Wolverine Grill in Ypsilanti (a small city about 30 miles west of Detroit, just south of Ann Arbor) for a pivotal scene in the movie. Located at 228 W Michigan Ave, Wolverine Grill is a typical greasy spoon serving up good ol' American comfort food like hamburgers, tuna melts and fries. The retro looking diner has retro prices and hospitality to match, it might be one of the only places left in Michigan where you can still get a home cooked meal for fast food prices.

What to Do:
Detroit's own Derby Girls have become even bigger stars since landing on the silver screen in Whip It. The ladies will next compete against Madison's Dairyland Dolls on October 1st at the Masonic Temple Drill Hall, Detroit. You can also meet the girls on October 4th at Emagine Novi in Detroit. They'll be there from 5:00-7:00 pm, selling merch, meeting fans and giving out info on the upcoming roller derby season.

[Photo: Slash Flim]

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