Pixar's first feature is a blastoff and classic

Rating: 10/10 (7 July 2019)

24 years after its release, the first Pixar feature film remains a hallmark in its library and cinema as a whole. Full of humor and humanity, Toy Story is a finely crafted blockbuster with impeccable script delving into our natural yearning for affection and acceptance of one's self.
Toy Story is centered between the struggle of Woody and Buzz for Andy's affection, their owner. Buzz is the newcomer and he replaces Woody as Andy's favorite toy. Driven by insecurity, Woody causes Buzz out of their house and this starts the film's main plot of both getting lost and trying to find their way back home. Buzz during this period continues to believe that he is indeed a true space ranger. Woody's true character is gradually unraveled for his utmost devotion to Andy and simultaneously convincing Buzz that he is a mere toy. By a set of circumstances both land on their neighbors house and under the possession of Sid, the toy destroyer kid. Inside Sid's house happens the reveal that shocks Buzz to the core, finding his true meaning: to make kids happy. Toy Story plays off both themes and subplot satisfyingly without sacrificing drama over humor. In fact, both drama and humor come hand in hand.
Toy Story looks dated now with 2 decades of technological improvement, but during its time was revolutionary. It should be judged as such. The film is a visual splendor with bright colors aided with a rousing score and an original song by Randy Newman.
For anyone interested in animated films, Toy Story should come first on the recommendation list.
10/10