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The Toy

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In this 1982 family comedy, we follow the life of an unemployed journalist, Jack, who finds himself at a low point in his life. His life takes an unexpected turn when he accepts a strange job at a toy store. However, the situation soon complicates when the egocentric billionaire, the mastermind behind the store, decides to buy Jack as a "toy" for his son, a lonely and somewhat troubled boy.

As Jack is drawn into a surreal world of high society, where adults act like children and real-life concerns are set aside, he begins to develop a special relationship with the young boy, discovering that true friendship goes beyond material things. While Jack tries to adjust to his new role—and the whimsical world of consumerism—he realizes that he can positively influence the boy's life, teaching him lessons about empathy and authenticity.

Throughout the story, there is a satirical touch that critiques the obsession with money and consumerism, while Jack finds in his role as a toy not only a way to evade his responsibilities but also an opportunity to rediscover his own childlike spirit. With a stellar cast and hilarious moments, this film offers a unique perspective on the importance of human connection in a world where values seem to be lost.

Media type
Movie
Year
1982
Director
Richard Donner
Writer
Carol Sobieski
Rating
Service
Internet Movie Database
Rating
5.80
Service
Rotten tomatoes
Rating
3.00
Service
Metacritic
Rating
16.00
Actors
Richard Pryor
Jackie Gleason
Ned Beatty
Scott Schwartz
Teresa Ganzel
Wilfrid Hyde-White
Tony King
Annazette Chase
Don Hood
Karen Leslie-Lyttle
Virginia Capers
Steve Kahan
B.J. Hopper
Ray Spruell
Stocker Fontelieu
Robert Adams
Gender
Comedy
Familia
Country
United States
Producers
Phil Feldman
Ray Stark
Streaming
Apple TV
Amazon Video
Original title
The Toy
Duration
102
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