The Magic Toyshop (1987)
After her parents are killed, a young girl is sent to London to live with her uncle and his family. Her uncle, who is a toymaker, secretly has the power to make his toys come to life, but he also maintains dictatorial control over his family and intends to exercise the same control over the new arrival.
Director: David Wheatley
Genre: Drama, Fantasy, Horror
Runtime: 107 min
Release Date: November 19, 1987
Cast
- Tom Bell - Uncle Philip
- Caroline Milmoe - Melanie
- Kilian McKenna - Finn
- Patricia Kerrigan - Aunt Margaret
- Lorcan Cranitch - Francie
- Gareth Bushill - Jonathan
- Marlene Sidaway - Mrs. Rundle
- Georgina Hulme - Victoria
- Marguerite Porter - Coppelia / Nymph
- Lloyd Newson - Artist
Screenplay
- Angela Carter (Author)
Production: Granada Television
Country: United Kingdom
Original Language: en
Themes
Childish Innocence Lost Forever, Coming of Age and Self-Discovery
Keywords
coming of age, orphan, innocence lost
More Films by Director: David Wheatley
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Magic Toyshop about?
- After her parents are killed, a young girl is sent to London to live with her uncle and his family. Her uncle, who is a toymaker, secretly has the power to make his toys come to life, but he also maintains dictatorial control over his family and intends to exercise the same control over the new arrival.
- Who directed The Magic Toyshop?
- The Magic Toyshop was directed by David Wheatley.
- Who stars in The Magic Toyshop?
- The Magic Toyshop stars Tom Bell, Caroline Milmoe, Kilian McKenna, Patricia Kerrigan, Lorcan Cranitch, Gareth Bushill.
- How long is The Magic Toyshop?
- The Magic Toyshop has a runtime of 1h 47m (107 minutes).
- What genre is The Magic Toyshop?
- The Magic Toyshop is a Drama, Fantasy, Horror film.
- Where was The Magic Toyshop produced?
- The Magic Toyshop was produced in United Kingdom.
- What are the themes of The Magic Toyshop?
- The themes of The Magic Toyshop include: Childish Innocence Lost Forever, Coming of Age and Self-Discovery.