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zouz123Jun 21, 2019

Nice movie, fun and enjoyable. Is it the best animated movie ever? of course not. The only annoying thing was Forkie, the whole movie revolves around Forkie. It was too Forkie much for me.

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FreyafreyaJun 25, 2019

I grown up to Toy Story films but this one was a bit disappointing.

Our beloved characters feel off at times. For example Woody and Buzz whom used to be brilliant and resourceful, for some reason are now dumb and can’t come up with a basicI grown up to Toy Story films but this one was a bit disappointing.

Our beloved characters feel off at times. For example Woody and Buzz whom used to be brilliant and resourceful, for some reason are now dumb and can’t come up with a basic plan. Low key appears as an excuse to make Boop the most strong, intelligent and productive character in the whole film. Dear feminists, you really need to make males look dumb to even being considered as useful?

Other things that I didn’t liked where the fact that the rest of the crew doesn’t really contribute to anything and the awkward comedy that isn’t as clever as it used to be, but I guess it suit better nowadays kids so I can give it a pass.

In the end it was entertaining, and beautifully animated, but it was the weakest of the Toy Story films. Just like everything Pixar has been doing recently, it’s great but not amazing.… Expand

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DerekReideJun 21, 2019

‘Toy Story 4’ is another triumph in the Pixar series. Just when I thought they were done at ‘Toy Story 3’, oh they fooled me! This was even more satisfying than the heartbreaking, yet warm conclusion, given from the previous. This movie was‘Toy Story 4’ is another triumph in the Pixar series. Just when I thought they were done at ‘Toy Story 3’, oh they fooled me! This was even more satisfying than the heartbreaking, yet warm conclusion, given from the previous. This movie was funny, sentimental, and all around, another amazing Pixar film. This will probably go down as one of the truest films I’ve ever seen. Even take that from an animated movie! The movie looked just as great as the newer Pixar films, Duke Caboom was an awesome addition to the gang, along with Ducky and Bunny adding hilarious lines in the mix, and they focused more on Woody, which I really appreciated. This fairly short animated film will go down as one of the best Disney has ever made, for me.… Expand

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FF_CRAFTERJun 21, 2019

Best animation in 2019. The story is amazing and the animation is so beautiful glad watch it on first day

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DeependraJun 21, 2019

Toy story 4 is a classic example of excellence. Top notch animation,great story line and after watching the fourth sequence of toy story, you can still feel your toy's inner voices. 5 post credit scenes does hint that there will be part 5 inToy story 4 is a classic example of excellence. Top notch animation,great story line and after watching the fourth sequence of toy story, you can still feel your toy's inner voices. 5 post credit scenes does hint that there will be part 5 in nearby future. Bo's absence in toy story 3 has been justified here.… Expand

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TheQuietGamerJun 28, 2019

This might be my favorite Toy Story thematically. It hit me right where I live. These films (and Pixar's catalog as a whole) have always had elements aimed at a larger crowd than the children that are the target audience at face value, butThis might be my favorite Toy Story thematically. It hit me right where I live. These films (and Pixar's catalog as a whole) have always had elements aimed at a larger crowd than the children that are the target audience at face value, but this is the first one that seems so directly focused on those who grew up on with these characters. It actually feels like the kids might have been a little bit of an afterthought.

You can dive really deep into all of the stuff going on with the messages and morals. The movie has things to say about body image, suicide, and self-worth, all of which stems from the main theme of desiring romantic love. While it's pretty subtle with the darker, more complex stuff Toy Story 4 is a bit on the nose when it comes to the lesson of not giving up on finding someone. I mean there's a point where Woody literally says something along the lines of "there are other kids out there" in an obvious nod to the old saying "there are other fish in the sea."

I'll admit, I unfortunately have to count myself among the portion of the fan base this was trying to reach and I definitely felt like Pixar was beating me over the head with their message. Yet, I don't hold anything against the movie for that as it was strangely comforting to see the characters I grew up with suffering alongside of me. There's a catharsis to Toy Story 4's bluntness that allowed real emotion to pour out of me (I never full on cried, but tears did slip out of me). I may not agree with the final imparting that everything will end up being okay and someone will finally desire to be with me as to say that is ignoring the bitter harshness of reality, but this is a movie and an animated family one at that. Escapism is just part of the deal.

Of course on top of all that depth is a hilarious and sometimes harrowing ride. One that's gorgeously animated and perfectly voice acted. There's a real sense of danger running throughout that honestly made me think not all of these toys were going to make it out alive. The "villain" of the movie is one of the most sympathetic characters I've ever experienced. The very embodiment of what it feels like to shoot for love only to end up rejected time and time again. Every tear I shed was the result of literally being able to feel exactly what she and everyone else was going through. There's such a power to the writing hidden under the unassuming veneer of comedy and cuteness.

To think I went into this a little bit worried that it would undo the excellence of Toy Story 3 and it's ending. 4 however completely justifies its existence and concludes in a manner that's just as satisfying. It's hard to say how it stacks against its predecessors, but on its own rights it's an emotional and joyous adventure. One that made me laugh, absolutely wrecked me, and gave me the tools to help me put myself back together. Essentially everything I could ask for from another Toy Story.… Expand

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netflicJun 24, 2019

I was surprised to see a theater full of people on a kids' movie at 7pm on Sunday.
But I shouldn't have. It's a Pixar movie after all. Long time ago I figured out that Pixar always remembers that kids usually go to movies with parents orI was surprised to see a theater full of people on a kids' movie at 7pm on Sunday.
But I shouldn't have. It's a Pixar movie after all. Long time ago I figured out that Pixar always remembers that kids usually go to movies with parents or other adults. The adult audience is as much a target as kids, in ALL Pixar productions. Additionally, the Toy Story 4 was ripe with references to previous series for Toy Story aficionados.

My kids grew up with Toy Story 1 and 2. I haven't heard about their impressions on the newest sequel yet.
I expected tons of humor and emotions from the film, and they were delivered. Yet I would not call it my favorite Toy Story sequel. It is very hard to keep the bar that high.

If you are one of Toy Story or Pixar aficionados then definitely go see it.… Expand

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SWEEPtheLEG175Jun 23, 2019

If someone says Toy Story and you immediately think "Buzz Lightyear" then you might be disappointed. This is a Woody & Bo Peep story. Keanu Reeves is the best part in this one.

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SantanillaJun 23, 2019

The best one so far after the first one of course, super funny, emotional, original , Pixar did it again.

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GlassCannonJun 22, 2019

This movie literally should not exist. It sounds impossible for the fourth movie in a series to be the absolute best, but Pixar just knocked this out of the park. Going into this movie, I expected it to be nothing more than a cash grab, and IThis movie literally should not exist. It sounds impossible for the fourth movie in a series to be the absolute best, but Pixar just knocked this out of the park. Going into this movie, I expected it to be nothing more than a cash grab, and I was completely wrong. Every main character is presented at their most human. Obviously the ending of Toy Story 3 was emotional, but I was not prepared to feel genuine emotion for a spork. I feel like I could see this movie again and again, it's honestly the best movie I've seen since Into the Spider-Verse last year. For anyone thinking that Toy Story 4 is just a pointless cash-in, please see this movie. I promise that your low expectations will be shattered in the best possible way.… Expand

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CharmaneJun 21, 2019

I feel like the people who make this keep retelling the same story but each time it feels new and beautiful. It didn’t let me down in any way, but rather it really amazed me. I would like to see more movies made with this much passion andI feel like the people who make this keep retelling the same story but each time it feels new and beautiful. It didn’t let me down in any way, but rather it really amazed me. I would like to see more movies made with this much passion and really well thought. It’s funny how to me the new avengers, xmen and detective pikachu all seemed like they were written by a 6 year old(no offence), but toy story is so thoughtful.… Expand

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AzisPurnamaJun 22, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. First i can say a new bo peep concept is great! . But , there was adeficiency about the playtime some character such as jessie , buzz and the other. The author should gave jessie more time , and buzz it looks ridiculous i think.
Overall its a great movie with a emotional ending… Expand

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Adriansmith85Jun 24, 2019

Toy Story 4 is the perfect ending for one of the greatest sagas in film history.

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moonliteJun 25, 2019

pixar continues to sideline the main characters to supporting roles with barely anything to do or have enough screentime instead giving it to useless new faces and woody...

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U475yryfSep 8, 2019

So Pixar throws away a chance to make a sequel to one of their other films that haven't received one for an unnecessary 4th installment for Toy Story?! Why?! Toy Story 3 ended perfectly and this did not feel like a Toy Story movie at all!

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SaintJames012Jun 23, 2019

a funny but unnecessary movie. This movie was reviewed as a solid ending to the Toy Story franchise, and I have to disagree. This movie was an unnecessary cash grab that does not need to exist. That being said, the movie is funny, and willa funny but unnecessary movie. This movie was reviewed as a solid ending to the Toy Story franchise, and I have to disagree. This movie was an unnecessary cash grab that does not need to exist. That being said, the movie is funny, and will get a couple laughs out of you, but the story is weak and not very interesting. This is a movie that is carried by how much we love the characters, not from its own merits.… Expand

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AusiieBoiJun 23, 2019

This movie is perfect. It is definitely the funniest film of the year, that sadness film of the year, the best film of the year so far. It is the conclusion to a movie saga spanning 24 years and it is done right.

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Ghazman2019Jun 21, 2019

This film is AMAZING! Before seeing this film I had my doubts about this film, I thought that Pixar wasn't going to create a 4th masterpiece but I was wrong. This film is the funniest movie I've seen so far from 2019 and had better visualsThis film is AMAZING! Before seeing this film I had my doubts about this film, I thought that Pixar wasn't going to create a 4th masterpiece but I was wrong. This film is the funniest movie I've seen so far from 2019 and had better visuals than How to Train Your Dragon 3. The story was wonderful, the bond between Woody and Forky work for an amazing four installment in a series that I love and have been waiting for anther Toy Story movie for 9 years and Pixar delivered.… Expand

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kylebgomezJun 23, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The movie is amazing but in ending is so sad that Woody decided to leave his friends and stay with Bo Peep. It is really a good movie. … Expand

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ReallyCoolIHEJun 25, 2019

It didn't have that pixar feel. It looked great but it never made sense why they would make it. I wish i could see more of the original cast than just woody the whole film. I'm sure if you took this kid to this film it would be great. It didIt didn't have that pixar feel. It looked great but it never made sense why they would make it. I wish i could see more of the original cast than just woody the whole film. I'm sure if you took this kid to this film it would be great. It did look stunning and it is great to see how far pixar has came but all in all not the best toy story film. It felt like they tried to fit a part of a movie in this whole movie.… Expand

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hnestlyontheslyOct 7, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Toy story still has some ability to pull the corners of my lips into an involuntary grin.

Keanu Reeves is having his moment in the sun. Again. Wife leaned over to me in the midst of the deluge of Canada puns and said, “Sometimes representation is not pretty.” I will spare you the joke about finally seeing my own kind represented by Forky. In the meantime, worth saying that Key and Peele have quite a few jokes and maybe my favorite gag of the night, which made the six or seven other people at the movie at 4pm on a Tuesday laugh out loud as it played out.

Bo Peep and Woody’s chemistry on screen is palpable, so much so that it’s hard to gauge why Tim Allen assented to play second banana to Tom Hanks in this sequel. It feels, a Friend told me last night before Friend and Wife went today, like the Gang’s role has been greatly diminished in this iteration. He also said that after having watched this film, he was curious to see if TS 1 and 2 were available on demand and he ended up seeing all three preceding films in order for the rest of the night.

Generally, I’m happy with the plot structure (though Friend said that it leaned a little hard on the Lost Toy Rescue trope before resolving in an unusual way), and I like what’s been done with Bo Peep’s character arc, her challenge to the role of the toy. One of my favorite reviewers on Slate, Inkoo Kang has an article about how Bo Peep “escapes the curse of the feminized sequel”–worth reading. And officially too many people are thinking about the implications that Forky has on the sentience of toys more broadly.

One glaring plot point that Wife also picked up on is that the villain of this film seems to be given a free pass after all of the kidnapping and organ thieving she does to accomplish her selfish goals.… Expand

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LamalongOct 11, 2019

It was lame and the charactors not likeable, it's like the writers didn't know who the characters were from the much better 1,2,3.

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ReubenIsAGodSep 14, 2019

Currently right now, I have found myself to be in a similar situtation to the cast and characters of this 'Toy Story film' the message is beautiful and unique. It hit me in quite an emotional way. If toy Story 3 was the grand final, this isCurrently right now, I have found myself to be in a similar situtation to the cast and characters of this 'Toy Story film' the message is beautiful and unique. It hit me in quite an emotional way. If toy Story 3 was the grand final, this is like the novels endnotes, the aftermath. A quick meditation on what 'endings' are, and how they can be achieved. Truly a beautiful peace of cinema worth watching.… Expand

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0987Oct 13, 2019

Finally Bo Peep got a big role here. Hard to say which Toy Story movie was the best, because along with Shrek series, Toy Story series are absolutely perfect. Worth rewatching them all multiple times.

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MattBrady99Jul 18, 2019

Knifey: “How am I alive?”

Forky: “I don’t know.” ‘Toy Story 4’ is a lighthearted adventure that neatly wraps up the perfect character arc, which is light years better than the third, in my opinion. However, in spite of that, I’m stillKnifey: “How am I alive?”

Forky: “I don’t know.”

‘Toy Story 4’ is a lighthearted adventure that neatly wraps up the perfect character arc, which is light years better than the third, in my opinion. However, in spite of that, I’m still questing why this fourth entry exist, because everything else is paper thin.

Lets start off with the merits: I know saying the animation is amazing isn’t anything new when it comes to Pixar - a company that’s constantly involving with every entry. It’s the same with as saying “Meryl Streep is great in...”, type of situation but needs addressing ever time. I liked how beautifully polished every character and environment looked, which gave the movie a certain quality in richness. There’s a scene at the beginning involving rain that’s close to photo-realism and a clear growth in the animation department. I mean, the difference based on the plastic looking models back in 1995.

Perhaps my favorite character in the entire movie was Duke Caboom played by the breathtaking Keanu Reeves. Despite the little screen, Reeves manages to bring some much charisma and enjoyment to the character it was hard for me not to smile. I was surprised that a few people didn’t realise it was Keanu, but then again he’s casting wasn’t anything secretive if you’re like me that follows announcements on upcoming movies. Anywhere, I could tell Keanu was having a blast with this role and it seems very fitting considering Reeves stunt work.

I was shocked, yet glad that the character of Forky wasn’t as disposable as I originally thought. Surprisingly the main message of purpose and suicide came from Forky’s dilemma...no joke, well that’s how I interpret it. It’s something you don’t pick up on, but you’re brain did.

The funniest aspect of the movie came from Bunny and Ducky played by Jordan Peele and Keegan-Michael Key, especially the plan scene where the visual comedy was used effectively for laughs. I thought they were going to be so annoying based on the trailers, but I was relieved that they had some good material for the jokes and punchlines to be funny.

It’s great to see the old gang back together with some welcoming new faces. Although I feel like the old gang got pushed to side characters this time around. Even Buzz didn’t seem to be himself and got backtracked to do absolutely nothing through out the movie. I know there’s a lot of characters and it be difficult to juggle so any, but if we’ve learned anything from ‘Infinity War’ is that it may seem impossible until it’s done.

I’ll give the movie credit for not having any villains, as it would’ve been unneeded and a cheap trick to add dramatic tension.

However, despite the welcoming return and facing new conflict, but everything else has less to desire. I wasn’t quite emotionally involved as I should’ve been, yet at the end, I didn’t hit me as the movie intended. If I have to be honest, after seeing this a few weeks ago, I’m struggling to remember certain scenes. This movie existing is unnecessary as everything felt made up on the spot which I think is the reason why it didn’t emotionally connect with me like the previous three did.

A big step down for the franchise, but family and children will enjoy it no matter what, and that ain't a bad thing.

Overall rating: “I’m trash”… Expand

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AndresandyartguJul 25, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best movie of the year I laugh and cry and was a boy again with this beautyful and perfect movie The toy story saga menas many things for me and this is a perfect end… Expand

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DharcSlayerJun 11, 2023

As much I wanted you guys to watch this, just no. it's certainly not a must watch. Just bad. they made Buzz like a total dork from a really dependable character from toy story 1-3 helping woody get back to Andy, rescue woody from theAs much I wanted you guys to watch this, just no. it's certainly not a must watch. Just bad. they made Buzz like a total dork from a really dependable character from toy story 1-3 helping woody get back to Andy, rescue woody from the prospector, all that stuff? well now Buzz is just a complete befall who relies on his toy buttons or his "inner voice" before doing an action. Jesse and all the other toys were at the RV the entire time, with the only thing that Jesse has to involve with this movies is literally popping off the tire off Bonnie's family camper truck, and that's it. so many plotholes, and the ending is just so bad. It's just so disgusting Woody decided to leave Bonnie behind and become this sort of "lost Toy" arc that he is at the end. Woody once said that it doesn't matter how much they're played with, and what matters is that they're there for their owner when they need them. and yet here we are at Toy Story 4 where Woody completely ignores that quote he did back then and decided to leave Bonnie, leave all of his friends behind, just to pursue a new life with Bo Peep as a "lost toy". And now that Woody's with Bo in the end, he's not there anymore for Bonnie when she need him. the fact that Bonnie still grabbed Woody and played with him in one of the camping scene is still evident that Bonnie might still need him. and Woody left his responsibility behind, and that means leaving all his friends behind too. It's just sooooo broken.

It's just so bad, that I think the writers of this movie purposely did that to end the whole Toy Story saga for good, now that Woody is practically separated.… Expand

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murlacJun 25, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Toy Story 4 fails to convey the nice universe of our favorite toys. For starters, the writers seem to have forgotten the personalities of the original characters and the bond they share or simply they didn't care about it. It's a shame how they portray characters like Buzz as dull and plain dumb, just following a very forced narrative. Jessie hardly makes any statement nor she shows the least interest in Woody anymore. Woody easily forgets about Bullseye and I can't get the picture of him not having a leader spirit anymore. He's relegated by Dolly taking his place. He used to be the one that gave purpose to the group, instead this film wants to make him the forgotten toy that has lost all true essence. Not a single toy he lives with tries to help him out. The rest of the characters just lay aside, briefly shown and without any engagement. They focus a lot on the new characters, which is not a bad thing but the problem is how they disregard everything else, losing all logic and trying to force the plot.

To be honest, it feels like a lot of short films were made and they tried to put them together through a general line that doesn't get through. It goes without saying that it has its moments though not enough to accomplish the pixar film element, also, not enough for the Toy Story quality. There's a lot of references that may be a lot for children, making it weird sometimes.

Visually stunning, great music, a few funny jokes... entertaining in general. But lacking plot, quite bad old characters' development and ok new characters but not remarkable.

This film shouldn't had been made, not with the Toy Story name on it. If they wanted to make a story of some new toys it could have been a fine spin-off but not involving the original story line. I'm sorry to give it such a low review as Toy Story was of such a big influence to me. This might be the worst movie Pixar has developed and biggest mistake.… Expand

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Moviereviewer15Jun 21, 2019

My Spoiler-Free Review Of Disney and Pixar’s #ToyStory4:

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TDFPLAug 25, 2019

This movie was unsatisfying and disappointing, had no interesting plot twists and characters weren't likeable. It's shocking to see how this movie even got 84 metascore.

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TheLordJamesJun 24, 2019

To be honest... this film was very unnecessary. Toy Story 3 gave fans the ending we needed, the ending we deserved. Toy Story 4 continues by destroying the characters we loved and unraveled everything we grew to love about them. While theTo be honest... this film was very unnecessary. Toy Story 3 gave fans the ending we needed, the ending we deserved. Toy Story 4 continues by destroying the characters we loved and unraveled everything we grew to love about them. While the overall movie was fun and the stand alone story was alright, it just feels cheap looking back at the franchise.… Expand

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mrtoomsJul 1, 2019

They moved away from the characters we loved in 1,2, and 3. The story could have been better. It felt dark and twisted at times. Movie is OK, perhaps an acquired taste. Certainly not for everyone.

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ZabbotJun 22, 2019

Great visuals but the story was a shameless attempt to milk the franchise for some easy sob-moments. My 8 y.o. daughter reviewed it as "very depressing."

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UrMumStr8Jun 29, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. *heavy, disappointed sigh* Guys, I wanted to like this movie, I really, really did, especially as someone who loves the original trilogy to death. Sadly, Toy Story 4 to me felt like a half-assed afterthought from Pixar; an attempt to milk the franchise even more because of how well the third entry did - much like with Finding Dory or Monsters University.

Here are five of my main problems with the film, though I wish I had the ability to go into more (screw you character maximum):

1) Several of the characters from the previous films seem to act in ways that are extremely contradictory to what they were like in previous films. Bo Peep is obviously the biggest example of this, going from a very quiet, dainty, lady-like, but still pretty sassy woman to this kick-ass, athletic action hero who pretty much fits all of the archetypes for a feminist "strong female protagonist" that exists solely to "destroy the patriarchy and show that women can do anything a man can do". Yeah, you know what I'm talking about, and you know as well as I do how annoying and overdone that trope has become in recent years. Yes I know that Bo supposedly went through a personality change from her experience being thrown away by two owners and being stuck in that antique shop for so long. However they fail to truly show how this series of events altered her outlook on life and her overall personality. Buzz Lightyear is another character that fits this description because of how clueless and kind of useless he is throughout the film. Seriously, how could Buzz not realize what an "inner voice" is and how come he never tries to take charge of a situation and act like a leader when necessary, which is something he did regularly in previous films? All he seems to do is just jump into things without any kind of thought or consideration, "humorously" miss the point of what people say to him, and occasionally try to offer emotional support to Woody. That's it; other than that, he hardly serves a purpose in this film. Its clearly a different character from Buzz Lightyear I grew to love from the previous films.

2) Very similar to Finding Dory, a massive chunk of this film is filler: wacky hijinks, "extreme toy stunts", and simply rushing from place to place. There isn't nearly enough time for any of the characters to settle and absorb what's going on and talk things over in a meaningful and emotionally-significant way. Instead, much of the time it's, "Oh no, we need to go here to rescue _____ or to meet up with _____. No time to discuss it, let's just go... and get into all sorts of hijinks and almost get caught or ripped to pieces every second of the way." 3) You barely see most of the other toys from the first three films (Rex, Slinky, Ham, Jessie, Bullseye, Mrs. Potatohead, etc.). I'm not counting Mr. Potato Head since Don Rickles passed away before the film was made, but all of the others barely get any kind of screen time and are simply there to state what's already been established or to make quick jokes that don't always work in my opinion. I've always loved these guys and it's such a shame they get sidelined so much in this picture.

4) There are more than a few instance where the toys seem to break the rules in terms of not being caught by humans or raising suspicion of their ability to come alive. What I mean is that there were a lot of instances where a toy will just make a noise or quickly place itself in a location where it wasn't before and the human would know that it wasn't there before. The humans in this film are completely oblivious and unaware of their surroundings, it forces you to suspend your disbelief way too often. 5) A lot of the major plot points and reasoning behind characters' actions seem very arbitrary and do not receive any sufficient explanation. For instance, why does Bo Peep not want to return to the antique shop to help Woody save Forky, and why does she suddenly decide that she does want to? I suppose the reason is that she spent several years there waiting to be bought by a new owner and she has a bad relationship with Gally. But as with many other things in this film, they do not tell or show enough to convince me that her choices are a result of natural progression and decision-making as opposed to just moving the script forward. Another good example of this problem, and perhaps my biggest issue with the film as a whole is this: Why does Bonnie no longer want to play with Woody? Why does she constantly leave him out of playtime with the other toys? This is probably one of the most important plot points of the film, giving Woody motivation for much of what he does throughout the film - and yet the film refuses to actually tell the audience why Bonnie decided to act like he doesn't exist anymore. Plus, isn't it a huge betrayal of the ending scene from Toy Story 3, where Andy explains how special Woody is and how Bonnie needs to take extra good care of him? HOW IS NO ONE ELSE UPSET BY THIS?!… Expand

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Toska123Oct 15, 2019

Toy Story 1 is my favorite movie of all time. This movie, however, is a disgrace to the Toy Story name and should not exist. Did not enjoy a single minute of it.

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HJRodrigoSep 28, 2019

An unnecessary sequel considering the adequate ending that was provided for the series by Toy Story 3. Wish they had just started with a new set of Toys and did a new beginning.

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Matthew_YoungJul 17, 2019

The ending you didn't know you needed and wanted...so satisfying and bittersweet.

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TrevorsViewJun 26, 2019

A beautiful continuation of a dearly personal saga perhaps was predicted by some, except others foresaw Disney’s evil scheme to bank on nostalgia, knowing their recent horrible case of sequel-itis. The latter ones correctly guessed the fateA beautiful continuation of a dearly personal saga perhaps was predicted by some, except others foresaw Disney’s evil scheme to bank on nostalgia, knowing their recent horrible case of sequel-itis. The latter ones correctly guessed the fate of Toy Story 4; nothing unique comes from this bland half-attempted corporate product.

But first, here’s a little backstory about how Toy Story came to be. The entire franchise began with Pixar’s first Academy Award win: Tin Toy, in 1988. The studio then got the idea of expanding this short into a feature film using their successful innovative technology, focused on the main character, Tinny, and his ventriloquist dummy friend. Eventually, Tinny became Buzz Lightyear, and the ventriloquist dummy became Woody. Now, the friendship between this cowboy and space ranger stands as a testament of how even drastic differences, whether in people or filmmaking techniques, can coexist in sincere harmony and cooperation. Except now, all that is forgotten, leaving most Pixar fans to potentially hate this contradiction against what was set up in the past on a toy’s purpose to be loved by a kid. Woody understood that, Buzz understood that, now, neither one cares. The messages left behind instead are nothing consistent with the good ol’ cowboy.

Bo Peep returns, but for the supposed purpose of fan service to SJWs’ (Social Justice Warriors’) desire for an “independent, no man necessary” archetype designed to erase the motherly shepherdess from existence. Before, she kept Woody’s moral hat on straight as the sole mature toy in Andy’s room, and now, strips away the skirt to declare how nobody means squat to her anymore. How exactly is Bo a good role model in that regard? For being able to throw a kick? Woody shows a similar negative role model for boys minus the drastic change in exterior. The only change in appearance he undergoes is the “Andy” on his boot, which has “Bonnie” written on it instead now, except it leaves no impact on Woody’s choices later. Remember when the “Andy” on Woody’s boot sadly got painted over in Toy Story 2? That sense of ownership and commitment to a kid means little to Woody here, leaving room for his selfish desires to be fulfilled out of not being chosen for playtime.

Even the designs of these returning toys are way off compared to past movies. There is a flashback of Andy, and he looks like a totally different boy, while Bo Peep’s face has grooves around the face rather than the original painted-on face. The animators clearly didn’t try to make them match the original designs, nor did the screenwriters try to make them match the original characteristics. Buzz Lightyear is disrespectfully demeaned to a painfully unfunny running gag, and it doesn’t help either that he survives a fatal fall in a busy carnival that should have broken him beyond repair. Although to its credit, the Historic Downtown Grand Basin dummies are fantastically created humanoid nightmares… the eyes… the mouth… the run… brr!!! So, if only looking at the new characters, the designs would be brilliant.

But the characterizations of these new faces would still be insufferable, even if these new cast members try sincerely to compensate the horrible script. The villain is a doll named Gabby Gabby who wants Woody’s voice box, because it apparently works inside her. (Yeah…) The way her arc closes is entirely pointless, rendering Gabby Gabby a weak antagonist. The little screen time of the Canadian biker, Duke Caboom, benefits the plot only by providing a jumping platform, that’s it. The insufferable duo of Bunny and Ducky crack tough brawler improvisations nonstop, including an ongoing joke which halts plot progression.

Now, to explain why “You’ve Got a Friend in Me” doesn’t apply here. Woody’s old friendships just wander around wild without enough information on what the living situation in Bonnie’s room is like. It’s conveyed that Jessie frequently wears Woody’s “sheriff” badge, but that’s it. There needed to be more focus on Forky, Bonnie’s new toy made from trash. That unique concept to the series gets thrown aside, so its huge narrative potential never exploits itself. Instead, an entirely different tone takes over at the antique shop, where its showcase of photorealistic lighting takes priority over character conflict. Although, Forky’s humor is cute when he takes center-stage, especially when running after a trash bin over and over, to Woody’s humorous desperation to stop him. If the rest of the movie kept like the first act, it’d be on par with the other movies.

Instead, once closer analyzing the filmmaking mechanics of each scene, including the now completely recycled Randy Newman score, the rainbow adventure of Toy Story 4 loses credibility, as it should. Dang, why didn’t we listen to Chucky’s promotional posters of him massacring the toy gang? He was trying to warn us!… Expand

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rajones51Jun 23, 2019

A decent movie overall, for the parts that I wasn't falling asleep during. A lot of this movie feels forced or unnecessary. Some of the humor completely missed the mark, definitely left me with a cringe worthy feeling after some of theA decent movie overall, for the parts that I wasn't falling asleep during. A lot of this movie feels forced or unnecessary. Some of the humor completely missed the mark, definitely left me with a cringe worthy feeling after some of the attempted jokes. Animation was great, of course. The story line, however, was pretty anemic and pathetic. Overall, it just seems like a mix-tape of the other 3 movies that doesn't seem to meet expectations or the bar that has been set by its' predecessors.… Expand

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Just_HelloooJun 21, 2019

It was really just okay. Not worth it to see in the theaters. They kind of went too deep with everything. The tried to pull too much on the emotional side instead of making you laugh. I literally laughed out loud multiple times during ToyIt was really just okay. Not worth it to see in the theaters. They kind of went too deep with everything. The tried to pull too much on the emotional side instead of making you laugh. I literally laughed out loud multiple times during Toy Story 3, but this one it was just disappointing.… Expand

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PrattdbzJul 5, 2019

... not worth the price of admission
Recycled used concepts
Had 1 surprised twist to the end
Had several (comic relief) new characters that were totally unnecessary and bordering on obnoxious.

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KitberPSep 8, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The definition of an overrated disappointment. Woody is treated like crap and all the other characters are pushed to the side and Buzz is a complete idiot.… Expand

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ExumerJul 9, 2019

This movie is horrible, you think this was going to be a throwback into the 90s? Think you're gonna see some classic Toy Story action? Oh boy, you would be wrong, this movie is just a cold, shallow reminder of the disease-ridden, ****This movie is horrible, you think this was going to be a throwback into the 90s? Think you're gonna see some classic Toy Story action? Oh boy, you would be wrong, this movie is just a cold, shallow reminder of the disease-ridden, **** oppressive, racist and unequalized feminazist society we're living in today that is covered by a mantle of good manners and political agenda, this piece of **** is just another reminder of how **** up this world is today and that nothing is sacred anymore. The first ones were great, the first one gives you a lesson that you should accept the way you are and not try being something else, the second one gives you a lesson on life that you should never leave your friends behind and if someone tries to **** you over you'll have your friends beside you, the third ones leave you a lesson that not everything looks the way it is, and you should dig in deeper, and that some people will still be hostile to you, doesn't matter how good you are with them. And this one? It just leaves you a ****ty lesson that you should be a pricked dumbass ape that should take a bullet for every single dumbass you meet in the entire world, and that you should leave everything you love because a woman, really, Woody is the biggest prick i've ever seen in a movie. He's no longer an optimistic cowboy that is self-aware of himself and enforces leadership and order between the toys and teach them from their mistakes, he is now a dumbass who will leave everything behind because M'FORK or M'LADY, they dumbed him down so much it's a ****ing insult, his intelligence is the equivalent of an online White Knight (Someone who stands up for girls on the internet they barely know, hopefully so they can engage in sexually intercourse with them. Usually males. They are douches who can't get none in real life) and in the ending when he leaves everyone behind feels so wrong and forced-in that i'm positive this movie is just trying to do political agenda, they basically killed Woody, this was the worst way possible i've ever seen on a movie to kill such a famous, important character that influenced in millions of people's lives. It was atrocious, it should be a ****ing crime, it didn't make me cry, it was pathetic, stupid and pointless, and it even wasn't for a ****ing good reason! Just because an uninteresting, generic and bland porcelain doll character that appeared in 2 scenes and wast lost for over 7 years before this movie and weren't even that important! She was just shown in a scene kissing Woody and that's it! Also it was ****ing pointless! Woody stayed with her just because she was too comfy in that Park she was living in or something! He left everything behind not because it was for the greater good, or for something that was remotely worth such a stupid decision! He died just because a woman, and that's why i couldn't take the ****ing ending, it means you must leave everything you knew, loved and lived behind because you must fulfill the request of a woman and the need of having a sexual intercourse to presumably be worth something! And that's what pisses me off! This movie leaves kids the lesson that if a woman calls them they must leave everything behind, and i ****ing hate that! Women aren't queens or godesses or superior beings! They are normal people that are no better than you or me! So what this people is trying to screw in your skull is that if you want to be worth something in this hostile and cold reality you must die for a woman, because if you don't do that you are worth nothing, and that is the most bull**** thing there is! You can be an excellent person in life without the need of having a woman or any other kind of sexual partner beside you. And the plot of this movie feels extremely forced (In a scene Woody says "I have nothing left to do" and that resumes the whole purporse of the movie). He doesn't get in trouble because he made a mistake, or has to save his friends, the movie starts because Woody, like the pricked idiot he is, suicide dives himself out of the window because of a stupid, deformed, suicidal, worthless piece of trash Forky decided to do a favour to the world and kill himself. It makes no sense. Why would he do that? He knows his kid loves him, the relationship he made with his toys, himself knowing that he is a rare collection toy that is worth thousands of dollars, and the nice, happy life he is living with all of them, yet he decides to risk throwing it all away because of a suicidal piece of trash jumping out of the window. Also why star Molly as the main character and not a better one like Rex, Potato Face or even Jessie? They are much better and meaningful characters, also the new characters are lame at best and doesn't contribute anything extraordinarily good to the plot, what a waste of Keanu Reeves. And what other reviews mentioned is the lack of screen time they gave to the original cast and how bad they dumbed Buzz down, i'd like to keep going, but i can't.… Expand

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JohnnyCJun 23, 2019

A tired retread of the first 3 Toy Story films. This is exactly why Pixar had always said it did not want to make sequels to their films. Sadly, Disney changed all that. Too bad it’s such a money grab.

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romethesecondtiJul 22, 2019

Toy Story 4 is a feminist rom/com—a romantic comedy in the classic mold with a feminist twist.

Indeed, the film “makes the couple” a whopping 3 times: Woody (the reluctant male who needs to be persuaded to take the plunge) and Bo Peep; ForkyToy Story 4 is a feminist rom/com—a romantic comedy in the classic mold with a feminist twist.

Indeed, the film “makes the couple” a whopping 3 times: Woody (the reluctant male who needs to be persuaded to take the plunge) and Bo Peep; Forky and (for a better word) Knifey, the “trash” twosome whose coming together as the credits roll is both unexpected and delightful, a moment of sheer cinematic bliss; and Gabby Gabby and the “lost girl.”

Even though Woody is the primary protagonist, and several new male toys are introduced, “Toy Story 4” goes beyond the addition of a female toy here and there (e.g. cowgirl Jessie in “Toy Story 2”); this is the franchise’s feminist film. Woody is fond of Bo Beep and she of him. But Bo’s strengths are many and threaten to overwhelm and displace Woody’s desire. She’s a fiercely independent feminist, having been “on her own,” beyond the security of a child’s bedroom, for 7 years. She’s an athlete and a warrior, using her hook as a both a weapon and climbing device. Bo and other independent toys travel around in a mechanical skunk. These “Independent Toys,” which exist somewhere between “Lost Toys” and “Toys who have a Kid,” are a new category for the franchise.

Duke Caboom, Ducky and Bunny are solid and funny additions to the “Toy Story” crew, but on the whole the cast is too large and dispenses with too many familiar characters to achieve the kind of focus that shaped previous editions.

These caveats aside, “Toy Story 4” is almost as good as its predecessors - and that's saying something.… Expand

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James435Jun 22, 2019

Who seriously asked for Toy Story 4? It didn't have to be made. I get that it was probably for Generation Z, but these writers are better off leaving what's already great alone. Don't let the voice acting by Tim Allen and Tom Hanks fool you.Who seriously asked for Toy Story 4? It didn't have to be made. I get that it was probably for Generation Z, but these writers are better off leaving what's already great alone. Don't let the voice acting by Tim Allen and Tom Hanks fool you. This movie series has been milked dry, much like Shrek, Despicable me, Men in Black, Jurassic Park, and Star Wars. As if running out of ideas wasn't bad enough, Hollyweird is politicizing their movies with left-wing propaganda now more than ever before. There is no subtlety anymore. The future of today's modern cinema looks very dark indeed.… Expand

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imthenoobDec 30, 2020

Toy Story 4 was a needless entry in the franchise that already had a near-perfect trilogy of films. Toy Story 3 ended things on a high note while Toy Story 4 is a cold reminder that no franchise is sacred at Disney. Just being honest, ThereToy Story 4 was a needless entry in the franchise that already had a near-perfect trilogy of films. Toy Story 3 ended things on a high note while Toy Story 4 is a cold reminder that no franchise is sacred at Disney. Just being honest, There was nowhere to go for the franchise after the ending of the last film yet instead here we are, On yet another bland adventure that just recycles things from the previous films while largely making no use of the talented cast.

I just pretend that this doesn't exist and go about my day.… Expand

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CalvinCrackJun 22, 2019

Imagine you’re in an infinite void for eternity and someone comes to you and says “You liked those toy story movies right?” “Yeah!” “Want to see what a 4th one might look like?” “Sure!”. And so they invent the film out of thin air and youImagine you’re in an infinite void for eternity and someone comes to you and says “You liked those toy story movies right?” “Yeah!” “Want to see what a 4th one might look like?” “Sure!”. And so they invent the film out of thin air and you watch it and go.... “that was pretty enjoyable thanks!” I can’t be mad that they tried!… Expand

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QuizminoJun 24, 2019

Unnecessary and boring. Don't waste your time with this movie. And certainly don't give Disney your money.

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NikeBoyJul 3, 2019

Filme bem preguiçoso, muito repetitivo, muito personagens bons, mas são usados somente de fundo, mas aborta um tema de polêmico de maneira bem leve e espontânea. O filme chega até ser bom as vezes, mas a repetição excessiva e a também o finalFilme bem preguiçoso, muito repetitivo, muito personagens bons, mas são usados somente de fundo, mas aborta um tema de polêmico de maneira bem leve e espontânea. O filme chega até ser bom as vezes, mas a repetição excessiva e a também o final feliz que fazem você engolir estraga boa parte do filme.… Expand

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FlorenciaJul 3, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Cute ,Love Toy Story ndeaaaaaaahhhhhh… Expand

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Ben200056Jun 24, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I thought this movie was going to be good or yet awesome but this focus too much on the antique store so don’t go to this movie IT IS HORRIBLE DONT GO TO IT… Expand

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Meth-dudeJul 17, 2019

While not being a great movie, Toy Story definitely gives you heartfelt and touching moments, surprisingly funny scenes and a satisfying ending. Supported by great animation and powerful voice acting performances, it's a more than decentWhile not being a great movie, Toy Story definitely gives you heartfelt and touching moments, surprisingly funny scenes and a satisfying ending. Supported by great animation and powerful voice acting performances, it's a more than decent conclusion to the series.… Expand

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JoeMorenoJan 2, 2020

Toy Story 4 is a roller coaster of emotions while it brings a visually dazzling and a great animated movie! Great and awesome sequel, it was much better than I thought it would be

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Sosmooth1982Jan 13, 2023

Part 4 was quite interesting. Very different from the other ones, still a decent movie. The toys think that Andy threw them away in the garbage but he didn't. So the toys decide to run away. Also a pretty sad movie too.

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MarcosReisDec 9, 2020

Toy Story is my favorite animation franchise ever. Every film brings on the most heartwarming moments to memory, as it's usual to Pixar. Sadly, Toy Story 4 is easily the worst film ever made by Pixar, as it brings such a heartbraking endingToy Story is my favorite animation franchise ever. Every film brings on the most heartwarming moments to memory, as it's usual to Pixar. Sadly, Toy Story 4 is easily the worst film ever made by Pixar, as it brings such a heartbraking ending and instead of the fantastic and joyful feeling that surrounds every teardrop that usually falls while watching Toy Story 1, 2 and specially 3, its is now filled with a sad, gloomy feeling that makes me feel grief everytime I watch it. I felt it like an enormous disrespect to the characters, specially. The animation is top notch. The writing is fluid. But while Toy Story 1 to 3 hold a very special place in one's heart, Toy Story 4 feels more like a wound that demands you to grow, overcome pain and deal with sad truths. It is still an important animation, nevertheless; but the way it was made can hurt people who grew up with that fantasy so much that the score has to go very low.

Toy Story 4 é minha fraquia de animação favorita. Cada filme traz os momentos mais comoventes de que se pode lembrar, como é comum para a Pixar. Infelizmente, Toy Story 4 é o pior filme já feito pela Pixar, por trazer um final que tanto corta o coração e ao invés do sentimento fantástico e alegre que permeia cada lágrima que comumente cai enquanto se assiste Toy Story 1, 2 e especialmente o 3, ele é agora preenchido por um sentimento triste e depressivo que me faz sentir uma espécie de luto toda vez que assisto. Eu senti como um enorme desrespeito com os personagens, especialmente. A animação é a melhor possível. O roteiro é fluido. Mas enquanto Toy Story 1 a 3 têm um lugar muito especial guardado no coração, Toy Story 4 é mais como uma ferida que demanda que você cresça, vença a dor e lide com verdades tristes. Ainda é uma animação importante, apesar de tudo; mas a maneira como foi feito pode machucar tanto as pessoas que cresceram com essa fantasia que a nota precisa cair bem lá embaixo.… Expand

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MrPajamasNov 1, 2020

Pixar overcame himself for many years. The newer Toy Story, the better and better. Therefore, when they announced the fourth part, as with the previous parts, I was very worried whether they could overcome the previous part this time as well,Pixar overcame himself for many years. The newer Toy Story, the better and better. Therefore, when they announced the fourth part, as with the previous parts, I was very worried whether they could overcome the previous part this time as well, but unfortunately in my opinion it did not work out completely. No need to comment on Toy Story 4 with an animation that Pixar simply can and has perfected over the years. Unfortunately, that's not enough and the story, although amazing, is the weakest of all the parts and unfortunately in my opinion a bit unnecessary, and it occurred to me that the creators went for money rather than quality. Still, Toy Story 4 is an amazing movie that I can recommend.… Expand

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geewahJan 24, 2023

Undoubtedly the weakest movie of the franchise thus far, but there is still enough here to keep both kids and adults entertained. While the story and message is noteworthy the journey does hit a few flat spots along the way.

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JAKEJACOBJORDSep 17, 2021

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NottoddApr 2, 2022

"You are the human tennis elbow, you are the pizza burn on the roof of the world's mouth, you are the opposite of batman." -Troy Barnes, Community

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ttkblockJul 12, 2022

Wonderful. I love Toy Story 4. This is a pure work of art. If you haven't watched it yet, go and watch it RIGHT NOW.

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Chriscorc876Apr 13, 2023

Toy Story 4 continues the beloved Pixar franchise in a charming and heartwarming way. The film follows Woody, Buzz, and the rest of the gang as they embark on a new adventure with Bonnie and her new toy, Forky.

The animation in Toy Story 4Toy Story 4 continues the beloved Pixar franchise in a charming and heartwarming way. The film follows Woody, Buzz, and the rest of the gang as they embark on a new adventure with Bonnie and her new toy, Forky.

The animation in Toy Story 4 is nothing short of incredible. The attention to detail in each character and setting is remarkable, and the animation truly brings the world of Toy Story to life. The film's stunning visuals are paired with a strong storyline that explores themes of friendship, identity, and the importance of change.… Expand

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DimocracyJul 6, 2023

This is the best conclusion to this series of cartoons, in my personal opinion. I cried! a lot!

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DukeJonFeb 23, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A decent enough movie, but not in the same league as the previous three. This movie felt somewhat superfluous. Firstly, the plot is all over the place. It starts off with the introduction of a new character, Forky. Just when you think the film's going to be about him he becomes a side issue and it's all about the evil doll who wants to steal Woody's voice box. But she isn't a compelling villain like the bear in the third film as she turns good towards the end. Bo Peep is supposedly Woody's big love interest but I don't remember her from the other films. Buzz and the girl cowboy are barely in it, despite being the main characters of the previous films. So it's confusing and all over the place. Then we're all meant to feel great about Woody gaining his "freedom" and going off with Bo Peep, but this means leaving all the other toys and, most importantly, the young child he's meant to be looking after. I wasn't really sure what message they were trying to convey here. It would have been better if they hadn't made this film, imho. They would have been better off starting off with a bunch of new toys.… Expand