The Devil's Toy
Originally released in 1966. The Devil's Toy is a documentary film. directed by Claude Jutra. At just 15 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Pierre Charpentier, Charles Denner, and Marc Harvey
Synopsis
This short 1966 documentary dedicated "to all victims of intolerance” depicts the dawn of skateboarding in Montreal. A new activity frowned upon by police and adults, skateboarding gave youngsters a thrilling sensation of speed and freedom. This film - the first Canadian documentary ever made about the sport - captures the exuberance of boys and girls having the time of their lives in free-wheeling downhill locomotion. Jutra's 1966 mockumentary film The Devil's Toy (Rouli-roulant), is a faux-anti-skateboarding propaganda film.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 1, 1966
59 years ago
Runtime
0h 15m
15 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (10 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
Canada
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- ONF | NFB
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Devil's Toy about?
This short 1966 documentary dedicated "to all victims of intolerance” depicts the dawn of skateboarding in Montreal. A new activity frowned upon by police and adults, skateboarding gave youngster...
Who directed The Devil's Toy?
The Devil's Toy was directed by Claude Jutra.
How long is The Devil's Toy?
The Devil's Toy has a runtime of 0 hours and 15 minutes (15 minutes total).
When was The Devil's Toy released?
The Devil's Toy was released on July 1, 1966 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Devil's Toy?
The main cast of The Devil's Toy includes Pierre Charpentier, Charles Denner, Marc Harvey.