My Toy Story trilogy review

My Toy Story trilogy review 

Toy Story: This movie is centered on a cowboy doll toy name Woody who's also Andy's favorite toy. That changed when Andy gets a new toy on his birthday, it's a space ranger name Buzz lightyear. Buzz is more advance than woody in every way to the point where it makes Woody look inferior. One day Woody tries to get Andy's attention but that blows up in his face and now he and Buzz are separated for Andy. To make things worse Andy is about to move. So, Woody and Buzz have to get back to Andy before the move.  

This is a classic story of the new replacing the old, heck you can argue that this movie foreshadowed what's going on in Hollywood. Almost everyone knows what it's like to have a favorite toy and then disregard it when you see something new. We also know what it's like to be turned down for someone better. This movie also did a good job of getting us inside the toy's head, I mean if toys were alive how would they think or feel about how we treat them? The theme of this movie is being wanted, what does it mean to people and how it can affect them if they're not wanted. The CGI was impressive the year it came out but now it's dated. The movie also did a good job of building tension.   

Woody is the leader of Andy's toys, he maintains morale among them. Because he's Andy's favorite toy he has an ego to the point where becomes jealous of Buzz and can be a jerk. 

Buzz thinks he's a real space ranger and this proved funny moments in the movie. This also raises the question did any of the toys start off like this? 

Slinky is loyal to Woody.  

Mr. Potato Head is cynical.

the ham piggy bank is a smart mouth. 

Bo-peep is kind-hearted. 

Rex is timid. 

Sid is a sick kid. I mean you have to be if you enjoy disfiguring toys. Despite that he's creative.

  
The only problem I have with this movie is I wish the writers would give Andy an arc of learning to appreciate what he already have. I'm not saying he's spoiled but he lost Buzz he acts like he doesn't have anything else. I find it odd that no one noticed that the toys are moved from a different spot. The movie gives Woody and Buzz too much focus. Overall, Pixar was off to a good start with this film.

Rating = Worth Seeing    



Toy Story 2: Woody is preparing to go to Cowboy Camp with Andy, but something happens that causes Woody to miss out on it. Meanwhile one of Andy's old toys ends up at a yard sale so Woody tries to save him, however, he ends up in the car of a collector as a result of the rescue. So, Buzz and the gang have to find Woody and bring him back home before Andy gets back. 

This is one of those sequels that isn't better than the original. I like how it has almost the same stake as the first film but with a few changes. The same thing goes for when the movie recreates scenes from the last movie. The movie also shows us what the toys are like in different environments like in a toy store or in the hands of a collector. I'm fond of how this movie handles two plots because they both feel different plus, they both complement each other. The theme of the movie is abandonment, the toys have to deal with the fact that Andy will become too old for them and how being abandoned can affect them. The also deals with immortality vs loyalty. The movie also has a good twist towards the end.   

Woody learns about his origin in this movie and he has to figure out if he wants to stay with Andy or not? 

Buzz is flat in this movie he's just the loyal friend. The movie finds a way to bring back the old Buzz. 

Jessie is cynical about being a toy. That's understandable considering her backstory and it's heartbreaking when you see it. What bugs me about is she's helpless and the end of the movie and how she got over her moon. 

Stinky Pete is kind and wise. I'll also feel sorry for him because he doesn't know what it's like to be loved by a child. 

This movie has the same problems as the last movie and that is too much focus on Woody and Buzz. The subplot with Rex is pointless and I'm annoyed with the Star Wars reference. There is part of the last act that was wasted and there are moments in the movie that feel like filler. Overall, this is a fine sequel that builds off of the last movie. 

Rating = Worth Seeing 



Intro: WOW! A trilogy where all three movies are good, that's quite an achievement. 

Toy Story 3: While Andy is preparing to go to college his toys are preparing to go to the attic. However, something happen that caused them to end up in a daycare center and the toys made themselves at home. That changes when they learn that the daycare is not what it seems to be, so they decide to escape the daycare and go back to Andy.  

This movie is the best one out of the three! The reason why I feel this way is because the story isn't centered on Woody or Buzz, the story affects everyone. I like seeing how the characters are coping with Andy not wanting to play with them anymore. This movie made me feel bad about how I use to treat my toys, especially my Green Ranger action finger, for those of you who know me know the story behind that. The movie has moments where you will laugh, cry and be at the edge of your seat. How the toys plan on escaping will remind you of a prison escape movie. You can argue that the themes of this movie are purpose and being together. I'm glad the creators waited eleven years to release this movie because it helps us appreciate those themes now that the kids who grew up watching these films are older.  

Woody is still loyal to Andy, but he has to figure out if he wants to be by his side or his fellow toys? 

I feel sorry for Buzz because it seems like the writers don't know what to do with him without being back his gimmick.  

Ken is the comic relief of the movie. 

Lotso Is the head of the daycare and he's lovable. 

One of the few problems I have with this movie is the conflict in this movie involves misunderstanding. There are moments where this movie is similar to the last film and the last act can be contrived in some areas. All in all, this is one of the best Trilogy, that's saying a lot because there isn't a lot of good trilogies. It's sad to see this come to an end because I would like to see a spin-off where toys are being replaced with technology. 

Rating = Treasure Chest