The Devil's Toy

The Devil's Toy 1966

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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.

  • Released: 1966-07-01
  • Runtime: 15 minutes
  • Genre: Documentary
  • Stars: Charles Denner, Marc Harvey
  • Director: Claude Jutra