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Virtually Flawless
PostedJune 20, 2010
RSHOE84
from Warwick, RI
It took Disney/Pixar nearly 11 years to release Toy Story 3. It seems to me that this film was well worth that wait. While Pixar has taken us to many places in the last decade; under the sea, up in the clouds, into the world of fine dining, and floating through space, the bread and butter for this talented group of filmmakers has always been, and quite possibly always will be that special toy box owned by Andy Davis. If I had only one word to use to describe this film it would be, SENSATIONAL. The work of the artists is unmatched, and at the end of this century I can't help but wonder if we will look back and realize just how special a time this really is for animation.
The story for this third chapter is one we can all understand and appreciate. It follows Woody, Buzz, and the gang, dealing with Andy going to college. How many parents out there remember when their children go off to university for the first time? How many friends recall when our pals end up going away to school while we stay close to home? How many brothers/sisters share a room with a sibling only to wake up and see that person leave? These are all experiences we cherish. Andy and his toys are no different. He cannot muster up the strength to just throw out his play-mates, so he decides to store them in the attic. All, except old pal Sheriff Woody (Tom Hanks), are put in the attic box, Woody is off to college with Andy, and he couldn't be happier. Without giving too much away, the toys, including Woody end up at Sunnyside Daycare. This is where we meet some new friends, and perhaps some new foes. Some of the more exciting characters that are introduced by director Lee Unkirch and his team are, Lotso, the strawberry scented teddy bear voiced by Ned Beatty, the very confused Ken Doll given life by Michael Keaton, and finally in a bit part, is the classically trained, lederhosen-wearing hedgehog Mr. Prickelpants with Timothy Dalton doing the voice work.(Mr. Prickelpants is actually found at a little girl's house, you may ask how we get there, but i'll never tell) All in all there are countless characters that deserve mentioning and a story that won't allow for dry eyes. I find it amazing how touching and emotional pixelated characters can be. The character acting done in this picture rivals anything a human actor can emote. If this is indeed the final Toy Story film it certainly sends the franchise into the wide blue yonder on an amazingly high note. There are daring escape plans, evil toys, and some of the best one-liners you'll here this side of Caddyshack. It is staggering to realize that a three-quelled movie could be this imaginative and fun.
As with every Pixar release we are treated to a truly magical short subject cartoon before the feature presentation. Day and Night is one of the most inspired works of Pixar in recent memory. (Feature length or short subject) The short looks in on the lives of Day and Night and how each one sees the world differently, yet very much the same. It truly is stirring to have a cartoon that lasts not more than 5 minutes speak so poignantly about friendships and acceptance of differing opinion. If only every law-maker in Washington was as accepting as Day and Night are.
In closing, I must say that ***** feels right and justly earned. The immersive 3D usage and Pixar's seemingly bottomless well of talent prove that sometimes, even after 11 years, you can go home again.
The story for this third chapter is one we can all understand and appreciate. It follows Woody, Buzz, and the gang, dealing with Andy going to college. How many parents out there remember when their children go off to university for the first time? How many friends recall when our pals end up going away to school while we stay close to home? How many brothers/sisters share a room with a sibling only to wake up and see that person leave? These are all experiences we cherish. Andy and his toys are no different. He cannot muster up the strength to just throw out his play-mates, so he decides to store them in the attic. All, except old pal Sheriff Woody (Tom Hanks), are put in the attic box, Woody is off to college with Andy, and he couldn't be happier. Without giving too much away, the toys, including Woody end up at Sunnyside Daycare. This is where we meet some new friends, and perhaps some new foes. Some of the more exciting characters that are introduced by director Lee Unkirch and his team are, Lotso, the strawberry scented teddy bear voiced by Ned Beatty, the very confused Ken Doll given life by Michael Keaton, and finally in a bit part, is the classically trained, lederhosen-wearing hedgehog Mr. Prickelpants with Timothy Dalton doing the voice work.(Mr. Prickelpants is actually found at a little girl's house, you may ask how we get there, but i'll never tell) All in all there are countless characters that deserve mentioning and a story that won't allow for dry eyes. I find it amazing how touching and emotional pixelated characters can be. The character acting done in this picture rivals anything a human actor can emote. If this is indeed the final Toy Story film it certainly sends the franchise into the wide blue yonder on an amazingly high note. There are daring escape plans, evil toys, and some of the best one-liners you'll here this side of Caddyshack. It is staggering to realize that a three-quelled movie could be this imaginative and fun.
As with every Pixar release we are treated to a truly magical short subject cartoon before the feature presentation. Day and Night is one of the most inspired works of Pixar in recent memory. (Feature length or short subject) The short looks in on the lives of Day and Night and how each one sees the world differently, yet very much the same. It truly is stirring to have a cartoon that lasts not more than 5 minutes speak so poignantly about friendships and acceptance of differing opinion. If only every law-maker in Washington was as accepting as Day and Night are.
In closing, I must say that ***** feels right and justly earned. The immersive 3D usage and Pixar's seemingly bottomless well of talent prove that sometimes, even after 11 years, you can go home again.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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