"Toy Story 3" Film Review
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4 Stars
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Note: I did not see the 3D version.
Three strikes you’re out? Not in Toy Story 3’s case. Blending tear jerking moments with outstanding CG the creative minds at Pixar have again managed to craft an outstanding film. This new film may even match Toy Story 2’s brilliance. As expected the latest chapter in the series is more of the same, in a good way that is. Part family friendly fun and coming of age tale all rolled up into one Toy Story 3 shows that three is indeed good company.
The last time we saw the toys on the big screen was 11 years ago in the aforementioned Toy Story 2. Pitted against the evil Emperor Zurg, Buzz Lightyear’s arch nemesis, the odd ensemble of toys stuck together and managed to save the day. Now the toys have an even bigger challenge on their hands (or should I say parts?). Andy, their owner, is no longer a young lad anymore and is ready to head off to college. College is no place for toys such as Mr. and Mrs. Potato Head so some toys have to be stowed away or thrown out. Andy’s mother who is in the midst of helping Andy pack mistakenly throws away his toys. They end up in a children’s daycare after a crazy string of events thus starting a new chapter in their lives. Sure the toys will get played with, but is this really the life they want to lead?
Apparently amazing in 3D I only had the chance to chance to view the film in 2D. Though I may have missed some added graphical realism I still came away impressed by the scope of this motion picture. Just like its two predecessors, Toy Story 3 is impressive where it really counts: character development and clever plot progression. Of course the film has chase scenes and battles, but it also tosses many morally conscious issues at you such as: abandonment, greed and lust. Young children shouldn’t be expected to soak up all the intricacies Toy Story 3 offers until they are much older. This is definitely a film worthy of multiple viewings.
Watching this film was a nostalgic experience for me. I was first introduced to the toy story franchise as a five year old and had the joy of owning my very own spaceman Mr. Buzz Lightyear. Viewing the film surrounded by elementary school kids I couldn’t help but think that they weren’t even born when the first movie was released. As much as Toy Story 3 is marketed towards kids today it really is a film for the kids of yesterday.
With countless twists, memorable scenes (viva Buzz Lightyear) and a terrific cast of voices (Tim Allen, Tom Hanks) Toy Story 3 is an instant classic and frontrunner for the academy awards best animated feature film Oscar.
"Toy Story 3" was directed by Lee Unkrich from a Michael Arndt's script and inspired by a story idea by John Lasseter, Andrew Stanton and Lee Unkrich.
Feel free to checkout the trailer for the best Toy Story film yet:
4 Stars
Blog exclusive!
Note: I did not see the 3D version.
Three strikes you’re out? Not in Toy Story 3’s case. Blending tear jerking moments with outstanding CG the creative minds at Pixar have again managed to craft an outstanding film. This new film may even match Toy Story 2’s brilliance. As expected the latest chapter in the series is more of the same, in a good way that is. Part family friendly fun and coming of age tale all rolled up into one Toy Story 3 shows that three is indeed good company.
The last time we saw the toys on the big screen was 11 years ago in the aforementioned Toy Story 2. Pitted against the evil Emperor Zurg, Buzz Lightyear’s arch nemesis, the odd ensemble of toys stuck together and managed to save the day. Now the toys have an even bigger challenge on their hands (or should I say parts?). Andy, their owner, is no longer a young lad anymore and is ready to head off to college. College is no place for toys such as Mr. and Mrs. Potato Head so some toys have to be stowed away or thrown out. Andy’s mother who is in the midst of helping Andy pack mistakenly throws away his toys. They end up in a children’s daycare after a crazy string of events thus starting a new chapter in their lives. Sure the toys will get played with, but is this really the life they want to lead?
Apparently amazing in 3D I only had the chance to chance to view the film in 2D. Though I may have missed some added graphical realism I still came away impressed by the scope of this motion picture. Just like its two predecessors, Toy Story 3 is impressive where it really counts: character development and clever plot progression. Of course the film has chase scenes and battles, but it also tosses many morally conscious issues at you such as: abandonment, greed and lust. Young children shouldn’t be expected to soak up all the intricacies Toy Story 3 offers until they are much older. This is definitely a film worthy of multiple viewings.
Watching this film was a nostalgic experience for me. I was first introduced to the toy story franchise as a five year old and had the joy of owning my very own spaceman Mr. Buzz Lightyear. Viewing the film surrounded by elementary school kids I couldn’t help but think that they weren’t even born when the first movie was released. As much as Toy Story 3 is marketed towards kids today it really is a film for the kids of yesterday.
With countless twists, memorable scenes (viva Buzz Lightyear) and a terrific cast of voices (Tim Allen, Tom Hanks) Toy Story 3 is an instant classic and frontrunner for the academy awards best animated feature film Oscar.
"Toy Story 3" was directed by Lee Unkrich from a Michael Arndt's script and inspired by a story idea by John Lasseter, Andrew Stanton and Lee Unkrich.
Feel free to checkout the trailer for the best Toy Story film yet:
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