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Toy Story
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Common Sense says
Pixar classic is one of the best kids' movies of all time.
Themes in this movie include: friendship, growing up
updated 09.22.09
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 4 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
This review of Toy Story was written by Nell Minow
Parents need to know that there is separation in the movie -- toys are separated from one another and from their owner (but if your kid made it to preschool without an issue, this should be fine). All of the dynamics behind sibling rivalry are here as well, so if your kids are going through that, this is a perfect movie to have them watch together. Kids may be scared by Andy's next-door neighbor Sid, who has a mean laugh and mutilates toys for fun -- but he does get a mild comeuppance,. Really young kids may be confused by the toys being "real" here, especially when Buzz really thinks he's a star commander. Note: The 3-D version of the movie includes a couple of brief scenes that might spook the youngest viewers, like dinosaur Rex roaring, but otherwise the digital effects are played for laughs (or, as the green squeeze-toy aliens would say, "Oooh ... aaah").
Families Can Talk About
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- Families can talk about friendships, loyalty, and rivalry. Young kids are exploring all these issues, and the movie has great models.
- Andy seems to spend more time playing with his beloved toys than watching TV or playing video games. Kids: What's great about playtime over TV time?
- Kids: Do you really think that toys become "real" when humans leave the room? Why is imagination such an important part of playtime?
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What’s the Story?
TOY STORY follows the adventures of the toys who belong to a boy named Andy. His favorite is a sheriff from the Old West named Woody (voiced by Tom Hanks), who acts as the leader of the rest of Andy's toys -- including a skittish Tyrannosaurus Rex (Wallace Shawn) and Mr. Potato Head (Don Rickles). All is going well until Andy gets a very special birthay present: a toy spaceman named Buzz Lightyear (Tim Allen). Woody gets jealous, and, in an effort to keep Andy from taking Buzz with him on an excursion, accidentally knocks Buzz out the window. Feeling very bad about what he's done, Woody follows, determined to bring Buzz back home to Andy before the family moves to its new house.
Is It Any Good?
This Pixar release was the first feature film animated entirely by computer. Although the dazzling technology is especially well suited to a story in which the major characters are made out of plastic, it's the unpretentious imagination and energy of the people behind the story and the outstanding vocal performances that make the movie an instant classic. There's plenty of cleverness throughout, and the story keeps moving at a great pace -- there's truly never a dull moment in these toys' lives.
Movie Details
Studio: Pixar Animation Studios, Director: John Lasseter
Run time: 81 minutes
Theatrical release: 10/2/2009, DVD release: 9/6/2005
MPAA Rating: G
Run time: 81 minutes
Theatrical release: 10/2/2009, DVD release: 9/6/2005
MPAA Rating: G
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Most Recent Reviews
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I rate this title on for age 4 and give it
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I rate this title iffy for age 3 and give it
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- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
totally
excellent family movie! kids will love it! some kisses by toys and a toy in a bikini, some scariness caused by the reckless neighbor boy. kids will eat it alive! :)
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I rate this title on for age 10 and give it
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- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate language
Not for the Little People
I personally loved this movie, but saw it as an adult. I don't think it's appropriate for any younger children because of 1. language (my 4 yo gets upset when he hears an adult say 'idiot' or 'stupid') and the scary kid next door (what he does to the toys is pretty frightening!) The movie has some great messages on friendship, and working out conflicts, and the animation was amazing!
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I rate this title on for age 17 and give it
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- Educational
- Good role models
Awesome first movie and one I will show to my kid
Great movie for people who start school and ferther on to the end of your life,
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I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
Go to www.g4tv.com
I am AN ALIEN!watch out! just kiding!hohoh mary chrismas good toy story movie
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I rate this title on for age 4 and give it
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- Negative role models
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- Good role models
DOUBLE FEATURE IS A MUST SEE (PART I of II)
Toy Story is must see rereleasing of a classic pixar film about family values, growing up, and friendship. I saw the 3D version of this film as well as the sequel Toy Story 2. for more see the Toy Story 2 review
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I rate this title on for age 4 and give it
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- Excessive violence
- Excessive consumerism
- Negative role models
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- Good role models
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I rate this title on for age 10 and give it
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- Good role models
its very good watch it..
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I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
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- Educational
- Good role models
so! cute!
i saw this movie when i was a little kid. it is okay, and it talks about friendship and teamwork. it's good for any age, even if you're almost a teen! so this movie is okay for anyone, and everyone will enjoy it.
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I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
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- Good role models
must see film
very awsome i knew this was just a kid movie but you know no matter what age we can all enjoy it when it is a family movie.
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I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
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- Good role models
must see film
very awsome i knew this was just a kid movie but you know no matter what age we can all enjoy it when it is a family movie.
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I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
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- Good role models
must see film
very awsome i knew this was just a kid movie but you know no matter what age we can all enjoy it when it is a family movie.
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I rate this title on for age 4 and give it
i seen it it was amazing it was really worth going to see it.im 10 and toy story 3 is comming out im so exited
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I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
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i saw this it was cute but i dont see the point of putting it in 3d
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I rate this title on for age 4 and give it
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- Educational
- Good role models
Great for little kids.
Great for like, 4 year olds i guess. Im WAY too old for it. ( im 11!_
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I rate this title on for age 4 and give it
- My highlights are:
- Educational
- Good role models
Great for little kids.
Great for like, 4 year olds i guess. Im WAY too old for it. ( im 11!_
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I rate this title on for age 5 and give it
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- Good role models
Great movie, one of Pixar's best. So excited it's coming out in 3D! Used to watch this one again and again
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I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
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- Educational
- Good role models
Every Kid needs to see
I remember when I was little I use to love this show. I mean it shows team work, friendship, and a positive message. "To iffinity and beyond"!ha!
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I rate this title on for age 5 and give it
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- Good role models
MUST see it friday whahooooooooo.Realley im going to see it in friday.Im 10 yrs old but im a fan of toy story but in 3-D its going to be awsome! Even toy story 3
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I rate this title on for age 6 and give it
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- Excessive violence
Infinitely creative film is a must-see
I don't have to say much about this masterpiece about toys coming to life. It's very smart, but has some creepy images in it. Everybody by the age of 10 has usually seen this movie, if not, SEE IT!
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| 71% | of parents say it's too violent |
| 29% | of parents say it gives kids positive messages |
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