Toy Story Review

Herbey Garcia
English 131
Who are you, a Cowboy or Space Ranger?
          “I got a snake in my boot” This is possibly the most memorable phrase any child or teenager could ever recognize from the 1990’s. Toy story is many, childhoods favorite movie and it’s still a hit. It never gets old. Not only because the setting is still relative to our era but because it’s a classic. The fight over the spotlight in Andy’s toy world is Woody’s main concern. Buzz Light Year is just being himself, believing that his mission is to get back home to Star command. Now, did the person you hated the most ever become your best friend? If so, then you pulled a Woody and Buzz. They collapsed by pursuing each other’s mission to un-intentionally create a best friend relationship and everlasting bond. A journey of which the two seek to come back home after arriving at a hell house. Defying all gravity and negative impressions, with each other’s help, they are depicted as the most idolized duo action figures.
          Every character in the movie has their individual persona and you can easily relate to your group of friends. Rex, the dinosaur who is not so brave. Slinky, the dog who is always loyal and humble to his friends. Mr. Potato head the most humorous yet an instigator who gives many a hard time.   Woody the cowboy leader but is sometimes sneaky to get what he wants and is not very fond of sharing the spotlight. Buzz Lighter Year, a space ranger who is very ground to earth, a gentlemen, and natural leader who always pursues for what is right. Do these characteristics describe you or your friends? I would certainly tag myself as either Buzz or Woody.
          The setting and props is what sets this movie apart from others but personally closer to the audience. The movie is mainly located at Andy’s room, Pizza planet, and Sid’s room. Just imagine a cowboy theme room full of toys. Cowboy sheets, hat, rope, and portraits are what made up Andy’s room. It was obviously Andy’s... [continues]

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