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.
Directed by: Francis Veber
Top Billed Cast: Jacqueline Jako-Mica, Michèle Sand, Alix Mahieux
Runtime: 95 minutes
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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
Michèle Sand
Nicole Perrin, wife of François
Alix Mahieux
The governess
Lyne Chardonnet
Miss Blond
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Lyvia D'Alche
Hostess
Yves Barsacq
Robert
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Bernard Bauronne
Pilot
Serge Berry
Head waiter
Éva Darlan
The press secretary
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Fred Descamp
The doorman
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Marie Frey
Servant
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Guy Gerbaud
Servant
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Jean-Pierre Helbert
The bearded man dismissed
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Jacqueline Jako-Mica
Servant
Chantal Jolis
Servant
Jean Lanier
Head waiter
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Henri Laurent
Chauffeur
Roger Muni
Head waiter
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André Nader
Lucien, gardener
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Pierre Nègre
Factory director
Jacqueline Noëlle
Secretary
Roger Riffard
Paul, gardener
Michel Ruhl
Banker
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Bernard Soufflet
Cyclist
