The Toy (1976)
Comedy
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.
Cast
François Perrin, journalist
Pierre Rambal-Cochet, powerful businessman
Nicole Perrin, wife of François
The governess
Miss Blond
Hostess
Robert
Pilot
Head waiter
The press secretary
The doorman
Servant
Eric Rambal-Cochet, son of Pierre
Servant
The bearded man dismissed
Servant
Servant
Head waiter
Chauffeur
Head waiter
Lucien, gardener
Factory director
Secretary
Mr. de Blénac, editor-in-chief of the newspaper
Paul, gardener
Banker
Cyclist
The family man
The photographer, colleague of François
Georges Pouzier, owner of the toy store
Pignier, journalist with sweaty hands
Christine Rambal-Cochet, Pierre's young wife
The butler
Crew
Director
Writer
Original Music Composer
Director of Photography
Editor
Casting
Production Design
Set Decoration
Costume Design
Production Manager
Makeup Designer
First Assistant Director
Script Supervisor
Producer
Sound