(SeaPRwire) – By: Oliver Hawthorne, a Principal Correspondent permanently stationed at an international technology review
The Toy Story series once seemed to have perfect endings. But Toy Story 5 opens new possibilities. This might be the only way for a franchise that sidesteps growing – up pains. I, a millennial who grew with these movies, enjoyed it. The humor, PG – rating, and story about technology replacing old – fashioned play target millennial adults.
Toy Story 5 takes place years after Toy Story 4. Jessie leads Bonnie’s toys. But Bonnie, 8, has friend – making issues as kids are addicted to Lilypads. When Bonnie gets one, she abandons toys, worrying Jessie. Jessie stows away on a sleepover and ends up at her first owner’s home. Buzz and Woody launch a rescue mission, facing Lilypad first. Andrew Stanton directs and co – writes the script. The movie focuses on Jessie, with Woody and Buzz as support. However, it shows blatant emotional manipulation and a smaller, less unique world.
Despite a shoddier story, Toy Story 5 has sharp humor and great performances. It touches on tech ubiquity, kids growing up fast, and loneliness. It’s more for those who feel they haven’t grown up. As long as there are willing audiences, the Toy Story movies can keep going. Toy Story 5 hits theaters on June 19.
Author bio: Oliver Hawthorne, a principal correspondent at an international tech review, offers in – depth movie and tech insights.
