The Toy (1976)
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
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Runtime: 95 min
Release Date: December 8, 1976
Cast
- Pierre Richard - François Perrin, journalist
- Michel Bouquet - Pierre Rambal-Cochet, powerful businessman
- Fabrice Greco - Eric Rambal-Cochet, son of Pierre
- Jacques François - Mr. de Blénac, editor-in-chief of the newspaper
- Daniel Ceccaldi - The family man
- Charles Gérard - The photographer, colleague of François
- Michel Aumont - Georges Pouzier, owner of the toy store
- Gérard Jugnot - Pignier, journalist with sweaty hands
- Suzy Dyson - Christine Rambal-Cochet, Pierre's young wife
- Michel Robin - The butler
Screenplay
Music: Vladimir Cosma
Cinematography: Étienne Becker
Editing: Gérard Pollicand
Production: Renn Productions, Fideline Films, E.F.V.E Films, Andrea Films
Country: France
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
Keywords
millionaire, cadeau
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Frequently Asked Questions
- 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.
- Who stars in The Toy?
- The Toy stars Pierre Richard, Michel Bouquet, Fabrice Greco, Jacques François, Daniel Ceccaldi, Charles Gérard.
- How long is The Toy?
- The Toy has a runtime of 1h 35m (95 minutes).
- What genre is The Toy?
- The Toy is a Comedy, Drama film.
- Where was The Toy produced?
- The Toy was produced in France.