Brilliant, Satisfying and Emotional! Pixar has added even more depth to the Toy Story franchise.

Rating: 10/10 (5 February 2011)

Fantastic movie that boldly completes the trilogy in a satisfying, tear-wiping story of insight and meaning. It's a rare moment in film where the sequels continue getting better, adding context and depth each time which makes the whole more than just the parts.
Pixar took a huge risk to revisit the movie (again!) which made it famous. Even more incredible is their willingness to risk marring this brand by advancing the storyline and tackling issues like friendship, freedom, purpose, milestones and letting go.
It might not be as kid-friendly as the first two Toy Story movies, but then again, it's been 15 years since the first movie. The audience has grown-up, just as Andy has. I actually appreciate the story arc and trying to answer the eventual questions we all had - "What happens AFTER Andy?" If you're concerned for your children... simply wait until they're a little older. I think it would've been less brilliant to simply try to copy the same formula from 1 & 2.
I know that at some point early in the movie I stopped even thinking about animation or even toys as the movie is so well done all you see are characters. When they face the prospect of death together, it's as touching as if they were alive -- and after all, we've grown to know and love these characters too.
For those that liked the first two better, just wait. We had YEARS of admiring them on repeat viewings. I think Toy Story 3 will gain in nostalgia value and eventually be seen as the perfect ending to the series. Even now I'm wistful thinking about that final scene, and the touching concern shown by Andy (and the writers) for our special friends.