The Devil's Toy (1966)
Dedicated “to all victims of intolerance,” "The Devil’s Toy" is a faux–public service documentary that chronicles the early days of skateboarding in Montreal. Framed as mock anti-skateboarding propaganda, Claude Jutra contrasts official hostility with the exhilaration and freedom experienced by youths racing downhill through city streets, shortly before the activity was banned.
Director: Claude Jutra
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 15 min
Release Date: July 1, 1966
Cast
- Pierre Charpentier - Self (uncredited)
- Charles Denner - Récitant / Narrator (voice)
- Marc Harvey - Himself
Screenplay
Editing: Werner Nold
Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Language: English, Français
Original Language: fr
Keywords
skateboarding, sports, mockumentary, short film, documentary short
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Devil's Toy about?
- Dedicated “to all victims of intolerance,” "The Devil’s Toy" is a faux–public service documentary that chronicles the early days of skateboarding in Montreal. Framed as mock anti-skateboarding propaganda, Claude Jutra contrasts official hostility with the exhilaration and freedom experienced by youths racing downhill through city streets, shortly before the activity was banned.
- Who directed The Devil's Toy?
- The Devil's Toy was directed by Claude Jutra.
- Who stars in The Devil's Toy?
- The Devil's Toy stars Pierre Charpentier, Charles Denner, Marc Harvey.
- How long is The Devil's Toy?
- The Devil's Toy has a runtime of 15m (15 minutes).
- What genre is The Devil's Toy?
- The Devil's Toy is a Documentary film.
- Where was The Devil's Toy produced?
- The Devil's Toy was produced in Canada.