Toys
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This article is about the film, Toys. For the article on actual toys, see toy.
Toys is a 1992 film about a very large family-owned toy company whose change of management threatens to make it a factory dedicated to producing only violent and war related toys. The movie is noted for its strong use of surrealism with its creative sets and sense of humor.
Plot summary
Upon the death of Kenneth Zevo, founder and owner of the pacifistic company Zevo Toys, the company is willed to Zevo's ruthless brother Leland, a Lieutenant General, rather than his son Leslie or daughter Alsatia (a gynoid), both of whom would better hold the ideals of the company. Leland begins making violent products in secret, products that not only simulate violence but actually cause it. Eventually, a battle ensues involving Leland and his destructive toys against Leslie and Alsatia and their peace-loving, but fiercely loyal toys. The company is restored to Leslie and Alsatia.
Response
The film didn't become too much of a success despite its cast. Levinson was often criticized because no one seemed to think the film had a point. In years following the release of the film, however, it gradually began to catch on as a cult classic, particularly among those who first saw it as children. In the mainstream, however, it is now a widely forgotten film.Soundtrack
The soundtrack reunited Hans Zimmer and Trevor Horn, former bandmates in The Buggles. Also featured was jazz fusion legend Pat Metheny.Cast
- Robin Williams - Leslie Zevo
- Michael Gambon - General Leland Zevo
- Joan Cusack - Alsatia Zevo
- Robin Wright - Gwen Tyler
- LL Cool J - Patrick Zevo
- Donald O'Connor - Kenneth Zevo
- Arthur Malet - Owen Owens
- Debi Mazar - Nurse Debbie
- Jack Warden - Old General Zevo
- Jamie Foxx - Baker
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