The Toy

(1976)Directed by Francis Veber95 minComedy, Drama

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.

Pierre Richardas François Perrin, journalist
Michel Bouquetas Pierre Rambal-Cochet, powerful businessman
Fabrice Grecoas Eric Rambal-Cochet, son of Pierre
Jacques Françoisas Mr. de Blénac, editor-in-chief of the newspaper
Daniel Ceccaldias The family man
Charles Gérardas The photographer, colleague of François
Michel Aumontas Georges Pouzier, owner of the toy store
Gérard Jugnotas Pignier, journalist with sweaty hands
Suzy Dysonas Christine Rambal-Cochet, Pierre's young wife
Michel Robinas The butler
Michèle Sandas Nicole Perrin, wife of François
Alix Mahieuxas The governess
Lyne Chardonnetas Miss Blond
Lyvia D'Alcheas Hostess
Yves Barsacqas Robert
Bernard Bauronneas Pilot
Serge Berryas Head waiter
Éva Darlanas The press secretary
Fred Descampas The doorman
Marie Freyas Servant
Guy Gerbaudas Servant
Jean-Pierre Helbertas The bearded man dismissed
Jacqueline Jako-Micaas Servant
Chantal Jolisas Servant