When I first learned of another sequel to the already perfect film set that is Toy Story and Toy Story 2 I’ll be honest, I was scared. I immediately felt betrayed by the team at Pixar as I jumped to conclusions as to why they wanted to make another film. It didn’t occur to me that maybe there was more to tell, something more to say to bring it all full circle.
The journey myself and much of the world took with these toys was one of reminiscence, for the older audience the days of young were behind us and we embraced these toys as if they were at one point our own. For the young, it gave them a chance to believe – believe that the childhood they were living could last forever with a bit of imagination and a big toy box. What am I getting at? Toy Story 3 is the best movie of 2010 thus far and should be nominated for Best Picture when award season comes around. I had high expectations walking into the film and upon exiting; I knew each of those expectations were exceeded beyond words. I saw the film weeks ago and can just now put to you how perfect this movie is. How’s that for hype?
The packed theater stood and cheered when the credits fell, some wiping away tears – older members hiding it with the fake search for their wallet and keys. It’s another masterpiece by Disney/Pixar that touches on nostalgia to please every possible moviegoer there is. The final act will have you on the edge of your seat – amazed at what powerful animation, music and storytelling can do for us. This is what a movie should do; this is why we love them. It’s worth the wait in line, worth the ticket price and worth the crying baby a few rows over.
Toy Story is a series that will last to infinity and beyond (had to do it), it’s funny, inventive, touching and thanks to this final act; it’s flawless. The trilogy brings to an end an amazing set of movies that must be cherished. It’s a story about leaving the past with fears of moving on. Something we all must come to terms with.
A perfect conclusion to a perfect movie trilogy. For the folks at Pixar, I have one question for you: Where do you get those wonderful toys?
So long, partner.
We don’t know how she got out of her room. It’s as if she evaporated, straight through the walls. – Dr. John Cawley
