Toy Story 3 Can Live in the Moment, or Travel Back in Time, Simultaneously

Rating: 9/10 (17 July 2010)

Directing - 19/20
Acting – 19.25/20
Story – 18.75/20
Continuity – 18.5/20
Overall Impression – 18.5/20
Overall Score: 94%
"Now Woody, he's been my pal for as long as I can remember. He's brave, like a cowboy should be. And kind, and smart. But the thing that makes Woody special, is he'll never give up on you... ever. He'll be there for you, no matter what." - Andy
Childhood is a time where we recount some of our most vivid and heartfelt memories. Toy Story 3 is not only a film about childhood, but also a coming-of-age story, which follows Andy as he transcends from adolescence into adulthood. Change is a universal constant, and as proved by this film, change is something people must accept and deal with at various moments in their lives.
Much like Woody, who is personified as brave and noble, we must be brave as we exit the doors of our youth and enter into a land of endless possibilities. For this very reason, Toy Story 3 is a near perfect film in all categories. With the aid of a top-notch film crew and cast, Toy Story 3 provides a storyline that all viewers can relate to. This also allows the audience to feel sympathetic for the characters as they face endless struggles in their search for happiness, which is necessary in any film.
With Inception following very closely, this film is without a doubt the greatest of the summer blockbusters for 2010. The extra focus on character development, emotional attachment with the audience, and universal themes and consequences allows this film to push ahead of the rest. I definitely recommend it to anyone.
My Final Consensus: Toy Story 3 shows the depth and significance of childhood memories. This film allows anyone to look back and remember how their youth helped to mold them into the individuals they are today. Some advice, even to the male audience out there: Bring a tissue, or four.