The Toy

– When Francois, a journalist, tours a big store for an article, he is chosen by the son of the newspa..

Type:
Movie
Rating:
7.50 / 10
Duration:
One Hour and 35 Minutes
Release Year:
1976
Original Name:
Le jouet
The Toy (1976) - Also known as Le jouet

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 (1976) - Trailer

Release Date:

08 Dec 1976

Language:

French

MPAA Content-Rating:
PG – Parental Guidance Suggested

Some material may not be suitable for children. Parents urged to give "parental guidance". May contain some material parents might not like for their young children.

Director:

Francis Veber

Writer:

Francis Veber

Main Actors:

Pierre Richard, Michel Bouquet, Fabrice Greco, Jacques François

Plot:

When François, a journalist, is touring a big store for an article, he is chosen by the son of the owner, Rambal-Cochet, as his new toy. All afraid of the despotic industrialist who is also the newspaper's owner, François is forced to agree to this masquerade. Becoming the friend of the child, he induces him, who wants to make a newspaper, to unveil publicly the real tyrannical way of life of his father.

Awards:

3 nominations.

Ratings:
Internet Movie Database:
7.5/10