Toy Story saga given a fitting end

Rating: 10/10 (19 June 2010)

The rule of thumb has been the 3rd film of any franchise ends up bloated and overall, lacking the magic of the first two films. Not this time. As Disney/Pixar have proved time and again, Toy Story 3 doesn't suffer from bloat nor does it lack the magic. It is as fun, magical and heartfelt as the previous films.
It would have seemed with Toy Story 2, the saga was completed. However, there was the overriding sense that there was one more story to tell. What happened when Andy eventually moved on. That is the crux of Toy Story 3; moving on.
Our favorite toys start out looking like they will end up in the attic, but through the course of events, they end up going to a day-care. All would seem to be great, but as always is the case, looks are deceiving.
We end up being introduced to some new characters. One of the biggest voice talent surprises is Michael Keaton as Ken. Keaton is fantastic and a big surprise. Ned Beaty is also wonderful in the role of Lotso. These two add considerably to the goings on. Hanks, Allen, Cusak, Rickles, Ratzenberg and company once again deliver fantastic character work.
This film has plenty of what made the first two films some of the most beloved animated stories ever. Toy Story 3 adds a golden feather to the cap of the series and proves once again, Disney/Pixar are fantastic story tellers.