Toy Story 3

“Toy Story” was a revelation in filmmaking brought to you by Pixar animation. In the last fifteen years Pixar has continued to deliver incredible animated features for kids of all ages, even kids in their 20’s, 30’s, and 40’s. From “Finding Nemo” to “The Incredibles” as well as last year’s “Up”, Pixar never ceases to produce winning films. While some of those movies may be more entertaining and complex, none of them are as endearing as “Toy Story” and “Toy Story 2”. The folks at Pixar have brought us back to the world of Woody and Buzz Lightyear for one more adventurous romp that is a hilarious, touching, and altogether fitting conclusion to the “Toy Story” universe.

“Toy Story 3” is a superbly made film. The voiceover acting is outstanding, returning the likes of Tim Allen and Tom Hanks in the lead roles. Michael Keaton voices Barbie’s dream guy Ken in the film and is hilarious from start to finish. The messages in the film about loyalty, honesty, and friendship are timeless and presented in such a pristine manner.

As “Toy Story 3” neared its end, I began to realize how attached I was to these characters. It was like they were my toys, and it was the last time I was going to get to see them. Even in an animated movie the filmmakers deftly remind us that we’re growing up, too. They do so with an ending that packs quite an emotional punch to anyone who has followed these films over the last 15 years. I see a lot of movies, none of which bring me to tears, but there’s just something about the end of this one that’s really nostalgic, and the handling of it cements the “Toy Story” franchise as one of the greatest trilogies of all time.

Positive - Fabulous movie! I loved it! It fully lives up to its predecessors, continuing the story of some of our favorite and best-loved toys from the first two: Woody, Buzz Lightyear, Jessie, Bullseye, Mr.& Mrs. Potato Head, Slinky, Hamm, Rex, and the three aliens. It's funny and heartfelt, a fitting good-bye to toys that have become friends over the years.

My Score- 8/10