"So long, partner."

Rating: 9/10 (20 June 2019)

'Toy Story 3 (2010)' doesn't necessarily have the humour of its predecessors, but it certainly has the heart. Once again, the film delivers a very strong central character arc and is dipped, from head to toe, in theme. It's this thematic resonance that really gives it its impact, even more so than in prior entries. There's not as much comedy, despite the odd chuckle, and things don't really get 'fun' until the flick dives into prison-break territory. Still, it's a satisfying story in and of itself, as well as being a pitch-perfect conclusion (yes, conclusion) to a fifteen-year-old franchise. It truly nails its ending, earning every drop of its audience's inevitable, bittersweet tears. Overall, the piece is entertaining, energetic and emotional. It's, essentially, as well a crafted an experience as Pixar has ever put together - even if the comeuppance given to its downright despicable villain is frustratingly tame. 9/10