The Toy(1976)
Overview
When Francois, a journalist, tours a big store for an article, he is chosen by the son of the newspaper's owner, Rambal-Cochet, as his new toy. Needing money and unwilling to quit his job, Francois agrees to this ridiculous assignment. Gradually befriending the spoiled boy, he induces him to play at making a newspaper, unveiling publicly the tyrannical way of life of the father. The powerful emotional climax we experience with the child astonishes both men.
Director
Francis Veber
Studio
Renn Productions
Cast
Pierre Richard
as François Perrin, journalist
Michel Bouquet
as Pierre Rambal-Cochet, powerful businessman
Fabrice Greco
as Eric Rambal-Cochet, son of Pierre
Jacques François
as Mr. de Blénac, editor-in-chief of the newspaper
Daniel Ceccaldi
as The family man
Charles Gérard
as The photographer, colleague of François
Michel Aumont
as Georges Pouzier, owner of the toy store
Gérard Jugnot
as Pignier, journalist with sweaty hands
Suzy Dyson
as Christine Rambal-Cochet, Pierre's young wife
Michel Robin
as The butler
Michèle Sand
as Nicole Perrin, wife of François
Alix Mahieux
as The governess
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1976
Runtime
1h 35m
Language
French
Rating
6.9 / 10
Production Companies
Renn Productions • Fideline Films • E.F.V.E Films
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What is The Toy about?▼
When Francois, a journalist, tours a big store for an article, he is chosen by the son of the newspaper's owner, Rambal-Cochet, as his new toy. Needing money and unwilling to quit his job, Francois agrees to this ridiculous assignment. Gradually befriending the spoiled boy, he induces him to play at making a newspaper, unveiling publicly the tyrannical way of life of the father. The powerful emotional climax we experience with the child astonishes both men.
Who directed The Toy?▼
The Toy was directed by Francis Veber and released in 1976. It is a comedy, drama film.
How long is The Toy?▼
The Toy has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).
Who stars in The Toy?▼
The cast of The Toy includes Pierre Richard as François Perrin, journalist, Michel Bouquet as Pierre Rambal-Cochet, powerful businessman, Fabrice Greco as Eric Rambal-Cochet, son of Pierre, Jacques François as Mr. de Blénac, editor-in-chief of the newspaper, Daniel Ceccaldi as The family man and more.
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