The Matchbox Man
“The story of one man’s obsession with cars…really really small cars…”
Synopsis
So what do you do when your cherished childhood toy becomes a collection. Then becomes an obsession? Well, like the Addams Family – voila! The house is a museum! The Matchbox Man, director Gorman Bechard visits Charlie Mack, who began buying Matchbox cars in 1963, when he was 7; from his initial 20 to 30, his collection exploded to more than 42,000 – one of the world’s largest – prompting him to turn much of his Connecticut home into a showcase of nearly every model and variation ever made. And while he gives a look at his blistering array of colors and styles, he presents a history of a humble toy car that became an international phenomenon.
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January 20, 2024
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gorman Bechard
- Screenplay & Story
- Gorman Bechard
- Original Score
- Dean Falcone
- Original Title
- The Matchbox Man
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 22m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gorman Bechard
Gorman Bechard
Dean Falcone
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Gorman Bechard
Director
Gorman Bechard
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Matchbox Man
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What is The Matchbox Man about?
So what do you do when your cherished childhood toy becomes a collection. Then becomes an obsession? Well, like the Addams Family – voila! The house is a museum! The Matchbox Man, director Gorman Bechard visits Charlie Mack, who began buying Matchbox cars in 1963, when he was 7; from his initial 20 to 30, his collection exploded to more than 42,000 – one of the world’s largest – prompting him to turn much of his Connecticut home into a showcase of nearly every model and variation ever made. And while he gives a look at his blistering array of colors and styles, he presents a history of a humble toy car that became an international phenomenon.
Who directed The Matchbox Man?
The Matchbox Man was directed by Gorman Bechard.
Who stars in The Matchbox Man?
The principal cast of The Matchbox Man includes Charlie Mack.
When was The Matchbox Man released and how long is it?
The Matchbox Man was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 22m.
Who composed the musical score for The Matchbox Man?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Matchbox Man was composed by Dean Falcone.