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.
Movie: The Toy
Top 10 Billed Cast
François Perrin, journalist
Pierre Rambal-Cochet, powerful businessman
Eric Rambal-Cochet, son of Pierre
Mr. de Blénac, editor-in-chief of the newspaper
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
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