Toy Story 3...Going Down in History!

I just knew that the minute they had announced that there would be a Toy Story 3 that it would be a hitmaker!! And within one day it would hit major box-office numbers ($40 million). After watching I can definitely understand why.

This is definitely the best Toy Story yet without a shadow of doubt. After seeing the first two I was not sure if  they'd be able to keep the magic going but this story is extremely clever and wonderfully animated. From beginning to end you can't help but smile from ear to ear. There is so much charm and wit that the story is priceless. Everything from the plot to the characters to the animation are incredible. (After seeing Barbie and Ken you will have a whole new perspective for the Mattell(R) dolls.) This is not your average cartoon/animation film, as a matter of fact its a step above, put it like this if you have seen UP then you will get another treat with this one.

What's so powerful about Toy Story 3 are how the themes are placed throughout the movie. Such themes as loss and the search & fight for things that are worthwhile. It also emphasizes the bonds of friendship and courage, (while at the same time tackling how the lack thereof in abandonment and the feeling of tremendous loss), can someone turn into a bitter soul. By adding these themes it allowed for the film to take on a tragic, darker consequences unseen in the earlier installments, while balancing the light hearted moments.

We get to grow with the familiar characters a little more, while having new ones which are just as fun. Its always refreshing when a movie can maintain its originality but at the same time introduce new and lively features. The fact that they added new characters added new humor, in addition to supporting the old cast (some of whom are reinvented in their own ways). Without a shadow of doubt the animation is better than ever, the folks over at Pixar are constantly pushing the limits, but when you think about it its kinda of natural for them.

Toy Story is a beloved franchise that almost everyone that I know in my circle adores the first two films. And without a doubt will probably enjoy the third. Be prepared  to have your tissue box ready!! This movie has great potential of becoming the First Animated Film to win Best Picture, or at least get a nomination. There is something classic about the Toy Story series, it brings plenty of childish humor for the kids and a great deal of character humor for any other adult viewer.

Grade: 3.5 out of 4 stars