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.
Key facts
- Released:
- 1976-12-08
- Runtime:
- 95 min
- Genres:
- Comedy, Drama
- Director:
- Francis Veber
- Top cast:
- Pierre Richard, Michel Bouquet, Fabrice Greco, Jacques François, Daniel Ceccaldi, Charles Gérard
- Original language:
- FR
- TMDB rating:
- 6.9/10 from 329 votes
- Bynge Score:
- 6.8/10