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.
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The Toy
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Dec 8, 1976
Runtime
1h 35m
Genres
Comedy, Drama
User Score
69%
Original Title
Le Jouet
Production Companies
Renn Productions, Fideline Films, E.F.V.E Films, Andrea Films
Director
Francis Veber
Description
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.