The Devil's Toy

The Devil's Toy

15 mins | Documentary | July 1, 1966

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.

The Devil's Toy

15 mins | Documentary | July 1, 1966

The Devil's Toy
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.
IMDb rating 7.2
Producers National Film Board of Canada
Original title Rouli-roulant
Directors Claude Jutra
Writers Claude Jutra

Cast

Charles Denner

as Récitant / Narrator (voice)

Marc Harvey

as Himself