Eddy Goldfarb has invented over 800 toys and holds more than 300 patents, continuing to design new models at age 98 in his garage machine shop.
“A documentary short about toys and aging”
Synopsis
Eddy Goldfarb has invented over 800 toys and holds more than 300 patents, continuing to design new models at age 98 in his garage machine shop.
Synopsis
Eddy Goldfarb, a 98-year-old inventor, lives in a retirement community where he continues to design toys in his garage. Known for creating the Yakity Yak teeth and over 800 other toys, Goldfarb began his career during World War II on the USS Batfish submarine. He sold his first toy in 1949 and has since earned over 300 patents. Eddy's World, directed by his daughter Lyn Goldfarb, features his stories and insights on creativity and aging.
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Why Watch
- Meet Eddy Goldfarb, a 98-year-old toy inventor.
- See the creative process in Eddy's garage workshop.
- Find out about classic toys like Kerplunk and Yakity Yak.
Did You Know
- Eddy Goldfarb invented over 800 toys during his 70-year career.
- He holds more than 300 patents for his toy designs.
- Eddy designed his first toys while serving in the U.S. Navy during WWII.
- Eddy's World premiered at the Mountainfilm Festival in May 2020.
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Who directed Eddy's World?
Eddy's World was directed and produced by Lyn Goldfarb, who is Eddy Goldfarb's daughter.
How many toys did Eddy Goldfarb invent?
Eddy Goldfarb invented over 800 toys and garnered over 300 patents during his career.
What awards did Eddy's World receive?
Eddy's World received a 2022 Emmy nomination and a 2021 Silver Telly Award, among other accolades.
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