You Are A Toy Toy Story 2
Toy Story 2 is an American computer-animated comedy-adventure film produced by Pixar Animation Studios and released by Walt Disney Pictures in 1999. The movie is the sequel to the 1995 film Toy Story and the second installment in the Toy Story franchise.
The movie follows the story of Woody (voiced by Tom Hanks), a cowboy doll who is stolen by a toy collector. His friends Buzz Lightyear (voiced by Tim Allen), Mr. Potato Head, Slinky Dog, Rex and Hamm set out on a mission to rescue him.
The Plot
The movie begins with Andy, Woody, and the rest of the toys playing a wild west scenario. Woody is accidentally damaged, and Andy leaves him in the care of his mother to be fixed. While in the care of Andy's mom, Woody is stolen by a toy collector named Al McWhiggin (voiced by Wayne Knight), who plans to sell him to a toy museum in Japan.
Meanwhile, Buzz Lightyear and the rest of the toys set out on a mission to rescue Woody. They meet a new toy named Jessie (voiced by Joan Cusack), who was once owned by Andy's mother. Jessie tells them that Woody is a valuable collectible and was part of a popular TV show in the 1950s. They also meet Stinky Pete (voiced by Kelsey Grammer), another toy from the TV show, who convinces Woody to stay in the museum with him and the other collectibles.
Eventually, Woody realizes that his place is with Andy and his friends, and he decides to leave the museum. But Al, who had planned to sell Woody to the museum, steals him back. The toys chase after Al and rescue Woody. In the end, Woody and Jessie are added to Andy's toy collection, and Buzz becomes the new leader of the toys.
The Characters
The movie features a wide range of characters, including:
- Woody - a cowboy doll who is Andy's favorite toy
- Buzz Lightyear - a space ranger toy who is Woody's best friend
- Mr. Potato Head - a toy who can detach his body parts and reattach them in different ways
- Slinky Dog - a toy dog with a Slinky for a body
- Rex - a nervous toy dinosaur
- Hamm - a piggy bank toy
- Jessie - a cowgirl doll who was once owned by Andy's mother
- Stinky Pete - a toy prospector who was also part of Woody's TV show
- Al McWhiggin - a toy collector who steals Woody
The Production
The movie was directed by John Lasseter, Ash Brannon, and Lee Unkrich, and produced by Helene Plotkin and Karen Robert Jackson. The script was written by Andrew Stanton, Rita Hsiao, Doug Chamberlin, and Chris Webb.
The movie was created using computer animation, and it took four years to complete. The filmmakers used new technology to create more realistic-looking characters and environments, and the movie was praised for its visuals.
The Reception
Toy Story 2 was a commercial and critical success, grossing over $497 million worldwide and receiving universal acclaim from critics. It has a 100% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with an average rating of 8.9/10.
The movie was nominated for four Academy Awards, including Best Original Song, Best Sound Editing, Best Original Score, and Best Picture. It won the award for Best Original Song for "When She Loved Me" by Randy Newman.
Conclusion
Toy Story 2 is a beloved movie that has captured the hearts of audiences around the world. Its engaging storyline, lovable characters, and stunning visuals have made it a classic in the animation genre. If you haven't seen it yet, it's definitely worth a watch!