Friday, June 18, 2010

Pure Magic: Toy Story


Release Date: November 22nd, 1995
Runtime: 80 min
Rating: G
Appropriate for Ages: All Ages


I don't think I've ever met someone who didn't enjoy Toy Story. This movie marked the beginning of the 3-D computer animation era. Not only does it wow with its fun colors and graphics but it's got a solid story and clever dialogue as well.  Toy Story really does offer something for people of all age groups and from many different walks of life.

What happens when children leave their toys alone? They come to life of course! "Woody" the pull-string cowboy doll is Andy's favorite toy. When Andy leaves his room Woody and friends come to life and Woody is basically the leader of Andy's toys. All is fine until Andy's birthday comes around and he receives a new toy called "Buzz Lightyear". Buzz is a fancy spaceman action figure all full of fancy gadgets and gizmo's who is convinced he is a space ranger. Buzz quickly becomes Andy's new favorite toy and Woody becomes laden with jealousy. When Woody is accused of pushing Buzz out a window he has to go out into the world to find him so that they can both return safely home. With their newly formed truce Buzz and Woody have to overcome some incredible odds together if they ever want to see Andy and home again.

Toy Story is basically a flawless piece of work. It's smart, funny and some great eye candy. While other movies fade into some dark forgotten movie realm Toy Story will undoubtedly remain a timeless classic. If for some crazy reason you haven't seen this yet, please do. 


If you've seen Toy Story (and you probably have) and liked it I would also recommend: Toy Story 2, Toy Story 3, A Bug's LifeShrekMonsters, Inc.


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