The Devil's Toy

The Devil's Toy 1966 Directed by Claude Jutra Rouli-roulant

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.

Country Canada

Production Country Canada

Language French

Spoken Languages English , French

Gnere Documentary

Production Company ONF | NFB

Release Date 1 July 1966

15 mins