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The Devil's Toy
The Devil's Toy

The Devil's Toy

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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.

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Budget

$--

Revenue

$--

Status

Released

Original Language

French

Runtime

15 mins

Rating

6.3/10

Release Date

01 July 1966

Country

Canada

Cast

Pierre Charpentier

Pierre Charpentier

Self (uncredited)

Charles Denner

Charles Denner

Récitant / Narrator (voice)

Marc Harvey

Marc Harvey

Himself

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