Toy Story 2

How cool that they could follow up "Toy Story" with an equally fabulous sequel. Who can forget the lines when the clueless Buzz Lightyear is battling Emperor Zurg and Buzz says, "I'll never give in. You killed my father!" And Zurg replies, "No Buzz, I AM your father."And the visual jokes, such as when the toys are trying to rescue Woody, trapped in a suitcase rattling down a conveyor belt in the airport luggage handling system. Buzz chases the green case, and from the back, we see that across his derriere he has a baggage sticker for Butte, MT.And don't forget to watch the fake "bloopers" that accompany the credits!I decided to replace our VHS's of "Toy Story" and "Toy Story 2", and purchased the 2010 Special Edition reissue of each of them. "Toy Story 2" came out in theaters in 1999, and is as funny and heartfelt today as it was then. It was the third film for Pixar. "Toy Story" was 1st, and then "A Bug's Life".There are ten Bonus Features on the DVD, and this is a list of the DVD extras, only. The second is the audio commentary track, where you watch the movie but listen to commentary throughout. Commentary tracks have become one of my favorite extras, and I'm going to cover it first.Commenters for "Toy Story 2" are: John Lasseter (director), Lee Unkrich (co-director), Ash Brannon (co-director) and Andrew Stanton (co-writer). They are proud of the new programs that allowed them to make "Toy Story 2" look more realistic than "Toy Story". Andy has a new puppy, Buster, received as a Christmas gift at the end of "Toy Story". He is much more realistic than Sid's dog, Scud, could be. "One of the new technologies... is that we actually were able to put real fur [on Buster]. The fur on the dog is like thousands and thousands of individual little hairs."Also, when the characters go outside, "all the leaves on the trees are billowing and kind of gently swaying in the wind. The trees weren't like that in the first "Toy Story". We did all kind of research on "a Bug's Life" and figured out how to make grass and leaves more like that."I never thought of it, but Robert Goulet sings Wheezie's big band version of "You've Got a Friend in Me" at the end of "Toy Story 2".Can you find these homage moments in the movie? Superman, "2001", "Toy Story", "A Bug's Life", Jerry from the short "Jerry's Game", Odd Job from James Bond, Star Trek, "Jurassic Park" and "Spinal Tap".Bonus extras on the DVD disc for  Toy Story 2 (Two-Disc Special Edition Blu-ray/DVD Combo w/ Blu-ray Packaging) :1. "Sneak Peek Toy Story 3 - The Characters" (4:00 minutes) Lee Unkrich, director of TS3, shows us the recurring and new characters to come in the 3-quel. TS3 was released in Nov. 2010, while the Special Editions of 1 & 2 were released in March 2010.2. Audio Commentary3. "Buzz Lightyear Mission Logs: Episode 1: International Space Station" (3:43) This confirms that a Buzz Lightyear action figure actually made it into space and the Space Station. Buzz covers many parts of life on the station, including EVA's, Extra Vehicular Activity, AKA space walks. "When I was on board I observed that the average space walk was between 3 and 8 hours". Produced in collaberation with NASA, there's lots of real video from the station.4. "Paths to Pixar - Technical Artists" (4:24) Six people who worked as "technical artists" in TS2 talk. Fascinating stuff, and a good idea of what goes into perfecting the animation to look real. Lisa started at Pixar in 1995. For a young person who wants to get into animation, the most important thing is high school math! Algebra and geometry. For example, this equation:a x b = |a| |b| cosign thetais needed to calibrate how light bounces around in a scene!5. "Studio Stories: TS2 Sleep Deprivation Lab" (1:25) The first draft of TS2 was not a success and they had to start over. Unfortunately, they had 8 months to do a year's worth of work. Narrated by Lindsey Collins, "We were frequently actually working 36 to 48 hours straight. It was like a pysch lab."6. "Studio Stories: Pinocchio" (2:15) For TS2, Pixar was still housed in a giant warehouse. The rooms had high ceilings with insulation hanging. One day they decided to throw toys up so that they'd stick in the insulation. You may be able to guess how the Pinocchio doll stuck. Narrated by Doug Sweetland and Dylan Brown. Dylan mentions: "I think we threw things in the ceiling because none of us had girlfriends."7. "Studio Stories: The Movie Vanishes" (2:32) Completed and draft footage are stored on several Linex and Unix machines. Command RM* starts erasing film as fast as it can. "Somebody" hit RM* and in 20 seconds a year's worth of work disappeared. Watch this extra to find out how the movie was saved by a newborn baby named Eli. Narrated by Oren Jacob and Galyn Susman.8. "Pixar's Zoetrope" (1:58) A zoetrope is an amazing device, sort of an accelerated flip book using sculptures, and Pixar created one using characters from TS2. Narrated by Pete Doctor (director "Up") and Nick Berry (project manager).9. "Celebrating Our Friend Joe Ranft" (12:46) This is a heartfelt tribute to Joe Ranft, who passed away near the end of production on "Cars". Participants include John Lasseter (Chief Creative Officer), Dan Scanlon, Bob Peterson, Pete Doctor and Andrew Stanton. Joe Ranft started with Disney, but joined John at Pixar for "Toy Story". John Lasseter says, Joe "was one of the greatest story artists of all time. He was the heart and soul of Pixar. And he's a big part of why people connect so deeply with our movies." He is sorely missed.10. "Learn to Take Your Favorite Movie on the Go" (1:00) This is an ad for digital files of Disney movies.This Special Edition for "Toy Story 2" came out the same time as the Special Edition for "Toy Story". Toy Story (Two-Disc Special Edition Blu-ray/DVD Combo in Blu-ray Packaging) Many of the Bonus extras on the "Toy Story" reissue compliment the extras on "Toy Story 2". For example, there are three different Studio Stories, Episode 1 of Buzz's Mission Log, and a "Paths to Pixar" that covers the artists. Highly recommended!Happy Reader

When "Toy Story" hit theaters in 1995, it revolutionized animation and storytelling in cinema. It was a tough act to follow, but "Toy Story 2" not only met those lofty expectations, but in many ways, surpassed them. Here's my comprehensive take on this animated classic.Story & Emotional Depth:"Toy Story 2" builds on the themes of friendship and identity introduced in the first film while adding layers of complexity and emotional resonance. The introduction of new characters like Jessie and Bullseye adds depth to the Toy Story universe. Themes of abandonment and the value of individuality are explored without making the movie feel heavy or dark.Characters & Performances:The original cast returns stronger than ever. Tom Hanks and Tim Allen reprise their roles as Woody and Buzz Lightyear, respectively, delivering performances that are heartfelt and relatable. Joan Cusack's Jessie is an exceptional addition, providing the emotional core of the film. Each character serves a purpose, contributing to the story's emotional weight and comedic relief.Animation & Design:Even though it was released over two decades ago, the animation still holds up impressively. The textures, movements, and expressions are carefully crafted, showing the early mastery of Pixar in this field.Humor & Wit:What makes "Toy Story 2" so enduring is its universal appeal. The humor works on multiple levels, offering something for both kids and adults. The dialogue is witty, the visual gags are clever, and the comedic timing is impeccable.Pacing & Structure:The film flows effortlessly from beginning to end. There's never a dull moment; whether it's an action sequence, a tear-jerking moment, or a hilarious gag, every scene feels essential and well-timed.My Opinion:In my view, "Toy Story 2" stands as one of the finest sequels in the realm of animation, and perhaps cinema in general. It successfully navigates the tricky waters of expanding a beloved universe while remaining true to the core elements that made the original so impactful. The film's ability to entertain while touching on deep emotional and existential issues is a testament to its brilliance.Would I recommend watching or re-watching "Toy Story 2"? Absolutely, and not just for the nostalgia. It's a film that resonates across all age groups, and its themes are timeless. If you've somehow missed this gem, you owe it to yourself to experience it. And if you've already seen it, it's always worth another watch.In summary, "Toy Story 2" is a masterclass in storytelling, character development, and emotional depth. It’s not just a worthy successor to the original "Toy Story"; it's an exceptional film that stands strong on its own merits.

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Mit Toy Story 2 knüpften die Pixar-Studios 1999 nahtlos an die Handlung des ersten Teiles von 1995 an. Der vollständig computeranimierte Trickfilm ist zudem um einiges rasanter und ideenreicher ausgefallen als sein Vorgänger.Hier passt einfach alles hervorragend zusammen. Die Figuren erhalten etwas mehr Tiefe und die technische Umsetzung ist noch perfekter ausgefallen als im Vorgängerfilm. Zudem punktet der Streifen mit einer äusserst rasant inszenierten Handlung, welche kongenial von exzellenten Kameraperspektiven unterstützt wird.Ebenso beeindruckend sind die einfallsreichen Gags und originellen Wendungen, die den Film stets spannend und äusserst unterhaltsam bleiben lassen. Dass das Ganze auch noch eine ansprechende Tiefe besitzt und sowohl für Kinder als auch Erwachsene viel zu bieten hat, ist eine spezielle Fähigkeit der Pixar-Studios.Kurz und gut, wenn Sie rasant umgesetzte und intelligente Animationsfilme mögen, werden Sie diesen Film lieben!BLU-RAY-BILD (4,5)Das Bildseitenverhältnis liegt in 1.78:1 (16:9 – Neuer HD-Video und TV-Standard) vor.Da der Kinofilm in einem Seitenverhältnis von 1.85:1 produziert wurde, gehe ich davon aus, dass das Bild für diese Blu-ray-Ausgabe leicht beschnitten wurde.Die Bildqualität bewegt sich auf sehr hohem Niveau. Die Detailschärfe ist über den ganzen Film hinweg auf Referenzniveau. Ebenso überzeugen können der satte Schwarzwert und das gute Kontrastverhältnis.Die Farbgebung ist zudem sehr ansprechend ausgefallen.Ton (5)Das Tonformat liegt in Deutsch DTS ES 5.1 vor.Auch die Tonumsetzung weiss zu überzeugen. Wobei sie vor allem durch eine sehr gute Dynamik und eine ausgezeichnete Räumlichkeit auffällt. Die Surround-Lautsprecher werden sehr intensiv eingesetzt und erzeugen dadurch ein hervorragendes Klangfeld.Die Tonbalance ist stimmig ausgefallen.FAZITFür Fans von Animationsfilmen ein Pflichtkauf.Die technische Umsetzung der Blu-ray ist zudem referenzwürdig ausgefallen!Von mir gibt es hier eine klare Kaufempfehlung!

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I have seen this film on video but I haven't got in on dvd. I am thinking of buying Toy Story 2, although I think it is a little expensive. I have just ordered the first one. I have looked at all the reviews and I noticed one of the reviews said that Toy Story has a 2-disc special edition. I agree with the other review. Why does it say 2-disc when there is only 1 disc? I think this needs sorting out, because I would not buy it either until it is sorted out.