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.
Directed by Francis Veber · Written by Francis Veber
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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
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