The Toy 1976
7.4 / 10
The Toy
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.
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.
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... François Perrin, journalist
... Pierre Rambal-Cochet, powerful businessman
... Eric Rambal-Cochet, son of Pierre
... Mr. de Blénac, editor-in-chief of the newspaper
... The family man
... The photographer, colleague of François
Release Date:
Dec 08, 1976 (France)
Run Time:
1hr 35`
MMPA Rating:
Original Language:
French
Production Countries:
France
Status:
Released
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... First Assistant Director
... Director
... Script Supervisor
Cast
... François Perrin, journalist
... Pierre Rambal-Cochet, powerful businessman
... Eric Rambal-Cochet, son of Pierre
... Mr. de Blénac, editor-in-chief of the newspaper
... The family man
... The photographer, colleague of François
... Georges Pouzier, owner of the toy store
... Pignier, journalist with sweaty hands
... Christine Rambal-Cochet, Pierre's young wife
... The butler
... Nicole Perrin, wife of François
... The governess
... Miss Blond
... Hostess
... Robert
... Pilot
... Head waiter
... The press secretary
FD
Fred Descamp... The doorman
MF
Marie Frey... Servant
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