Toys
1966
7 min
Coming soon
This stop-motion animation takes a dark look into the war toys often given to children at Christmas time. Starting off as harmless objects, the toys quickly take on the gestures of real soldiers, mimicking the actions and penalties of a real war. This critical commentary on war and glamorized violence creates a real and frightening battle.
This work contains scenes of violence. Viewer discretion is advised.
Details
This stop-motion animation takes a dark look into the war toys often given to children at Christmas time. Starting off as harmless objects, the toys quickly take on the gestures of real soldiers, mimicking the actions and penalties of a real war. This critical commentary on war and glamorized violence creates a real and frightening battle.
This work contains scenes of violence. Viewer discretion is advised.
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directorGrant Munro
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producerGrant Munro
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scriptMargaret Wescott
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cameraJean RoyPaul Leach
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editingRoy Ayton
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sound editingKarl Duplessis
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re-recordingRon Alexander
Education
Ages 12 to 17
Ethics and Religious Culture - Ethical Values
Useful in generating a class discussion around toys that glorify war. Comment on the children’s reactions as they are introduced to each of the toys in the window. Identify the filmmaker’s reason(s) for making this film. Hold a debate regarding the appropriateness of war toys and the possibility of advanced aggression as children grow older.
