The Toy (1976)
Synopsis
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.
Cast
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Pierre Richard
as François Perrin, journalist
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Michel Bouquet
as Pierre Rambal-Cochet, powerful businessman
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Fabrice Greco
as Eric Rambal-Cochet, son of Pierre
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Jacques François
as Mr. de Blénac, editor-in-chief of the newspaper
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Daniel Ceccaldi
as The family man
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Charles Gérard
as The photographer, colleague of François
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Michel Aumont
as Georges Pouzier, owner of the toy store
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Gérard Jugnot
as Pignier, journalist with sweaty hands
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Suzy Dyson
as Christine Rambal-Cochet, Pierre's young wife
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Michel Robin
as The butler
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Michèle Sand
as Nicole Perrin, wife of François
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Alix Mahieux
as The governess
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Lyne Chardonnet
as Miss Blond
- Lyvia D'Alche as Hostess
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Yves Barsacq
as Robert
- Bernard Bauronne as Pilot
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Serge Berry
as Head waiter
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Éva Darlan
as The press secretary
Crew
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Francis Veber
Director
- Étienne Becker Director of Photography
- Gérard Pollicand Editor
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Vladimir Cosma
Original Music Composer
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Pierre Richard
Producer
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Francis Veber
Writer
