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Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Washington Post (Desson Thomson)Washington Post (Desson Thomson)
A sequel that eclipses the original. The toys are back with even more hilarious vengeance. The story's twice as inventive as its predecessor. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Washington Post (Desson Thomson)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Entertainment Weekly (Lisa Schwarzbaum)Entertainment Weekly (Lisa Schwarzbaum)
It's a great, IQ-flattering entertainment both wonderful and wise. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Entertainment Weekly (Lisa Schwarzbaum)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Los Angeles Times (Kenneth Turan)Los Angeles Times (Kenneth Turan)
Toy Story 2 may not have the most original title, but everything else about it is, well, mint in the box. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Los Angeles Times (Kenneth Turan)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for TNT RoughCut (Christopher Brandon)TNT RoughCut (Christopher Brandon)
One of those rare sequels that's even better than the original. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at TNT RoughCut (Christopher Brandon)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for The Cinema Source (Edward Kasche)The Cinema Source (Edward Kasche)
We've learned in recent years that newer and more fanciful technology never compensates for a weak story and underdeveloped characters. What is meant to inspire and thrill, quickly becomes forgettable. I refer you to the slew of CGI-animated films ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at The Cinema Source (Edward Kasche)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Stephen SillsStephen Sills
"Toy Story 2" is a masterpiece on every level - on its own terms, it is one of the finest films I have ever seen. Crafted with tender care by Disney subsidiary Pixar (who also brought us the original "Toy Story" and last year's "A Bug's Life"), the film ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Stephen Sills
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Homer YenHomer Yen
When the first Toy Story came to the big screen. It was a fabulous achievement in both Disney storytelling and computer-animation. We fell in love with not only Woody and Buzz, but the supporting cast of toys that included a piggy bank, Mr. Potato Head, ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Homer Yen
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Bob BloomBob Bloom
Everything, naturally, works out for the best. But "Toy Story 2" is such a fun ride that I cannot help but rhapsodize about it. The movie is one of the top films of the year, a must-see, can't-miss, family excursion kind of event. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Bob Bloom
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for The Reel McCoy (Patrick McCoy)The Reel McCoy (Patrick McCoy)
I also liked seeing the old man as The Cleaner. I remember quite well seeing him play chess against himself in a short story before A Bug's Life. It was great to find out more about him here. He also turned in quite a wonderful performance (I wouldn't be ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at The Reel McCoy (Patrick McCoy)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for The Land of Eric (Eric D. Snider)The Land of Eric (Eric D. Snider)
"Toy Story" was a tough act to follow, but "Toy Story 2" succeeds in every way -- the rare sequel that is just as it good as its predecessor, mainly because it doesn't just rehash what we've already seen, but adds to it. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at The Land of Eric (Eric D. Snider)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for New York Daily News (Jami Bernard)New York Daily News (Jami Bernard)
With its agile, clever script and winning characters, Toy Story 2 is that rare thing -- an excellent children's movie with no upper age limit. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at New York Daily News (Jami Bernard)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Philadelphia Inquirer (Steven Rea)Philadelphia Inquirer (Steven Rea)
Toy Story 2, like its forebear, will stand the test of time. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Philadelphia Inquirer (Steven Rea)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Movie Reviews UKMovie Reviews UK
If it's really true that the sequel is never equal, then Toy Story 2 is the stupendous exception that proves the rule. No follow-up since Godfather II, a second instalment we couldn't refuse, has done better justice to its motion picture predecessor. In ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Movie Reviews UK
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for USA Today (Susan Wloszczyna)USA Today (Susan Wloszczyna)
What's most amazing is the finely nuanced performances these bits and bytes deliver. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at USA Today (Susan Wloszczyna)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for filmsgraded.com (Brian Koller)filmsgraded.com (Brian Koller)
The first "Toy Story" film was not only a landmark in animation, as the first feature length computer animated film. It was also one of the best films from that year. It seemed impossible that the quality of the original could be duplicated in the ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at filmsgraded.com (Brian Koller)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for The Cincinnati Enquirer (Margaret A. McGurk)The Cincinnati Enquirer (Margaret A. McGurk)
Toy Story 2 is, I am delighted to report, even better than the original. Not only is this all-computer-generated comedy more technically spectacular than its beloved predecessor, it is also more action-packed and joke-soaked. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at The Cincinnati Enquirer (Margaret A. McGurk)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for BBC FilmsBBC Films
After the resounding success of Pixar's CG classic Toy Story, expectations were cautious surrounding Toy Story 2 (1999). Thankfully, this sequel turned out "as good as its predecessor" with Woody (Tom Hanks) and Buzz (Tim Allen) venturing beyond the ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at BBC Films
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Seattle Post-Intelligencer (William Arnold)Seattle Post-Intelligencer (William Arnold)
It not only pushes the computer-generated film envelope to the very edge, it's every bit as charming, funny and exciting as the original. In fact, I enjoyed it quite a bit more. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Seattle Post-Intelligencer (William Arnold)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Newsweek (David Ansen)Newsweek (David Ansen)
The superrealist images beguile us with their bold wit, and the storytelling is so tight, urgent and inventive there doesn't seem to be a wasted moment. Which makes you wonder -- why can't scripts this clever be written for human ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Newsweek (David Ansen)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for 3 Black Chicks ("Bams")3 Black Chicks ("Bams")
I won't be coy (and I won't be Bad, either - since some of the young'uns who watched the movie with me, may be reading this. Howdy there!); I'll just say it straight: I loved this movie. If you hang on my every word [and, really, who doesn't?], then the ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at 3 Black Chicks ("Bams")
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for LA Weekly (F. X. Feeney)LA Weekly (F. X. Feeney)
No parent who's been roped into leading the troops to a matinee need fear being bored: gags are, Simpsons-like, conceived to tickle several generations at once. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at LA Weekly (F. X. Feeney)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Cinema in Focus (Denny Wayman and Hal Conklin)Cinema in Focus (Denny Wayman and Hal Conklin)
Like the storytellers of old whose fables created talking animals to teach the moral of the story, the modern story tellers of "Toy Story" and "Toy Story 2", create talking toys in a computer-generated world. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Cinema in Focus (Denny Wayman and Hal Conklin)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Brandon HerringBrandon Herring
In 1995 a 30m dollar Disney CGI animated movie came out, and blew away movie-goers everywhere. That little movie became a huge movie which grossed little less than 200m, that movie was "Toy Story". Now four years later, Disney blesses us with another ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Brandon Herring
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Cinema BlendCinema Blend
Toys have a pretty rough life. They get broken, stolen and, worst of all, out-grown. The life they lead when the human world isn’t looking is a pretty exciting one and the adventures started in Toy Story begin anew with Buzz Lightyear and Woody in ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Cinema Blend
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Cinema BlendCinema Blend
Let’s face it. Most sequels fail to live up to the legacy created by the first movie. Can I hear a “The Next Karate Kid” anyone? When people love a movie they want more of it. Studios, unfortunately, only hear “cha-ching” and rush too many ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Cinema Blend
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Movie Gazette (Gary Panton)Movie Gazette (Gary Panton)
'Toy Story 2' is an exceptionally rare sort of movie in several ways. Firstly, despite being 'only a cartoon', it's got a Golden Globe award for Best Picture under its belt. Secondly, it oozes playful happiness yet somehow manages never to become ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Movie Gazette (Gary Panton)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Deep Focus (Bryant Frazer)Deep Focus (Bryant Frazer)
I suppose an argument could be made that Toy Story is one of those films that didn't need a sequel. Beloved by kids and their parents, respected equally by mainstream America and geekish movie buffs, that first movie remains a landmark of recent history, ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Deep Focus (Bryant Frazer)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Jon TurnerJon Turner
To infinity… and beyond!!' In 1995, Disney released a Pixar computer animated production, TOY STORY, a ***** film that went on to gross over $192 million domestically, and earn a special Academy Award for director John Lasseter. Three years later, ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Jon Turner
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Michael DequinaMichael Dequina
When Disney announced the production of a direct-to-video sequel to Pixar's smash 1995 computer-animated feature _Toy_Story_, my expectations weren't exactly set soaring. The subsequent announcement that the project was going so well that the Mouse ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Michael Dequina
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Laramie Movie Scope (Robert Roten)Laramie Movie Scope (Robert Roten)
"Toy Story 2" has most of the same characters as in the original film, with the same people doing the voices, Tim Allen as Buzz Lightyear and Tom Hanks as the voice of Woody. In this episode, we find out that Woody is a valuable collectible doll. An evil ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Laramie Movie Scope (Robert Roten)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for DVD Clinic (Jason Adams)DVD Clinic (Jason Adams)
All the Pixar-caliber components are here: TOY STORY 2 puts its emphasis first on telling a good story, with heartfelt emotions and well-rounded characters arcs. While the clever jokes are nonstop, director John Lasseter never relies on cheap sight gags ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at DVD Clinic (Jason Adams)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Movielocity Movie Reviews (Blake Kunisch)Movielocity Movie Reviews (Blake Kunisch)
What is there really to say? Pixar Animation Studios has definitely outdone themselves with this fine piece of work. Toy Story 2 is both visually stunning (as expected) with a great storyline which carries the toys throughout the large city they live in ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Movielocity Movie Reviews (Blake Kunisch)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for John CarrollJohn Carroll
Disney has always had a stranglehold on the motion picture animated industry. Even in a year with a varied amount of animated movies, including the satrical South Park: Bigger, Longer & Uncut and the critically acclaimed Iron Giant, Disney still ruled ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at John Carroll
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for MovieWeb (Evan "Mushy" Jacobs)MovieWeb (Evan "Mushy" Jacobs)
Following up the much lauded and loved Toy Story, seems much like as daunting a proposition as following up the original Caddyshack. Yet, they managed to capture the magic again and this Special Edition of Toy Story 2 gives fans all they need to get ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at MovieWeb (Evan "Mushy" Jacobs)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Edward Johnson-OttEdward Johnson-Ott
Toy Story 2 (1999) Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Joan Cusack, Kelsey Grammer, Don Rickles, Jim Varney, Wallace Shawn, John Ratzenberger, Annie Potts, Wayne Knight, John Morris, Laurie Metcalf, Estelle Harris, R. Lee Ermey, Jodi Benson, Jonathan Harris, Joe ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Edward Johnson-Ott
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Mac VerStandigMac VerStandig
Toy Story 2 is the perfect film to carry the Disney torch into the next century. Good old Walt's studio became synonymous with heartwarming and purely innocent children's fare during the last 75 years. Branches from the Mouse House like Touchstone and ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Mac VerStandig
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Susan GrangerSusan Granger
Among our many blessings this Thanksgiving, let us be thankful for the astonishing, fun-filled Toy Story 2, the best animated comedy sequel ever made. This magical, incredibly inventive mix of action and humor continues, right where it left off, with the ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Susan Granger
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Scott RenshawScott Renshaw
TOY STORY 2 (Disney/Pixar) Voices: Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Joan Cusack, Kelsey Grammer, Wayne Knight, Don Rickles, Jim Varney, Wallace Shawn, John Ratzenberger. Screenplay: Andrew Stanton, Rita Hsiao, Doug Chamberlin & Chris Webb. Producers: Helene Plotkin ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Scott Renshaw
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Fontaine LienFontaine Lien
"Toy Story 2" Review by Fontaine Lien Warning: Contains plot information I remember three years ago, after seeing "Toy Story," I came out of the theater mystified, a believer. The film had managed to disarm my natural defense against "animated movies" ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Fontaine Lien
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for UpcomingDiscs.com (Aric Mitchell)UpcomingDiscs.com (Aric Mitchell)
Disney continues to pull its disappearing acts on DVD with their limited time offers, this time using the new Toy Story 2 2-disc release as the proverbial carrot in front of the mule. While such marketing tactics may be a little annoying to those of us ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at UpcomingDiscs.com (Aric Mitchell)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for FilmHead.com (Matt Heffernan)FilmHead.com (Matt Heffernan)
My reviews for this week are a little late because of Thanksgiving. This delay, however, allows me to have a better perspective on Toy Story 2. Initially, Disney was going to make this direct-to-video, just like its other animated sequels to Aladdin and ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at FilmHead.com (Matt Heffernan)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Hollywood Report Card (Ross Anthony)Hollywood Report Card (Ross Anthony)
What are you doing this weekend? Don't worry about that new opera in town, take a pass on the blues band at the local bar, blow off the Sunday night game, duck out of your best buddy's big bash -- go see this film. Kids or no kids, date or no date, heck ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Hollywood Report Card (Ross Anthony)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Film Quips Online (John R. McEwen)Film Quips Online (John R. McEwen)
Back in 1995, Toy Story introduced us to Sheriff Woody, an old time cowboy, Buzz Lightyear, a state-of-the-art spaceman, and a host of other personable playthings who lived in the bedroom of a boy named Andy. But more importantly, it introduced us to ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Film Quips Online (John R. McEwen)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Rochester Democrat and Chronicle (Jack Garner)Rochester Democrat and Chronicle (Jack Garner)
The arrival of Toy Story in 1995 was a stunner, both as a marvelous story for all ages and as a jaw-dropping technical achievement, the first feature-length, all-computerized animated film. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Rochester Democrat and Chronicle (Jack Garner)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Portland Oregonian (Shawn Levy)Portland Oregonian (Shawn Levy)
The animation is even more mind-blowing, if that's possible. The characters and objects seem even more palpable and real than last time. There's a thickness to bodies of the human characters and an amazing attention to detail throughout. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Portland Oregonian (Shawn Levy)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Chicago Tribune (Marc Caro)Chicago Tribune (Marc Caro)
You can't ask for a family film to do more than Toy Story 2. It's smart and playful enough to entertain adults, yet it never aims above the heads of kids. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Chicago Tribune (Marc Caro)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for eFilmCritic.com (Scott Weinberg)eFilmCritic.com (Scott Weinberg)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for DVDActive (Rebecca Taylor)DVDActive (Rebecca Taylor)
As anyone that is remotely familiar with the world of film and popular culture knows, sequels are a dubious business. For every rare successful sequel or even rarer superior sequel, there are a thousand god awful sequels that should never, under any ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at DVDActive (Rebecca Taylor)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for eFilmCriticeFilmCritic
The first film was innovative (the first full-length all-computer-animated movie) and had a clever idea to play with: What if kids' toys really do come to life when no one's around? The interaction among them was heartfelt and warm, not to mention ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at eFilmCritic
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Decent Films - faith on film (Steven D. Greydanus)Decent Films - faith on film (Steven D. Greydanus)
It’s too good to be true, and yet it is: Toy Story 2 is more magical, more emotionally resonant, more hilarious, more ingeniously plotted, more all-around perfect than the brilliant original. It’s the best kind of sequel, the kind that neither ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Decent Films - faith on film (Steven D. Greydanus)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for The BigScreen Cinema Guide - Reader ReviewsThe BigScreen Cinema Guide - Reader Reviews
The exciting all-new sequel to the landmark 1995 computer-animated blockbuster from Walt Disney Pictures and Pixar Animation Studios. This time around, the fun and adventure continues when Andy goes off to summer camp and the toys are left to their own ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at The BigScreen Cinema Guide - Reader Reviews
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Movie Parables (Michael Elliott)Movie Parables (Michael Elliott)
Toy Story 2 is not only every bit as good as the original, it is, in many ways, better. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Movie Parables (Michael Elliott)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Mr. Brown's Movies (Michael Dequina)Mr. Brown's Movies (Michael Dequina)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for ShowBIZ DataShowBIZ Data
When you see a perfect movie, you know it in your gut, especially since they don't come along that often. But when they do, well, at the risk of sounding trite, it's magic. And, just in time for the holiday season, Disney and Pixar have given the public ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at ShowBIZ Data
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Film Written Magazine (Jaime N. Christley)Film Written Magazine (Jaime N. Christley)
The inventiveness, both as a tale woven from the original "Toy Story" cloth, following the "Toy Story" rules, and as a visual experience, is head-spinning. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Film Written Magazine (Jaime N. Christley)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Sacramento Bee (Joe Baltake)Sacramento Bee (Joe Baltake)
Takes a childhood notion -- the life that every child truly believes his or her toys have -- and runs with it in a breathtakingly imaginative way. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Sacramento Bee (Joe Baltake)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Looking Closer (Jeffrey Overstreet)Looking Closer (Jeffrey Overstreet)
Yes. The Toy Story films are about friendship. This one, though, goes beyond that, to tackle existential questions about the reason we were placed in this world. When Woody is offered a chance to be adored as a "collector's item" in a faraway country, ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Looking Closer (Jeffrey Overstreet)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Empire Magazine (Caroline Westbrook)Empire Magazine (Caroline Westbrook)
Provides the kind of exhilarating cinema experience that leaves you gasping in admiration and actually wanting a third instalment. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Empire Magazine (Caroline Westbrook)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Nick LyonsNick Lyons
Good-bye Pokemon, hello Toy Story. The toys are back in town and more entertaining than ever. With the addition of new characters, and a more involving story, children and adults are sure to love this animated classic. In this sequel, Woody is abducted ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Nick Lyons
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Baltimore Sun (Ann Hornaday)Baltimore Sun (Ann Hornaday)
Prove(s) once again how ingenious, artful and flat-out entertaining animation can be. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Baltimore Sun (Ann Hornaday)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for The Movie Mom (Nell Minow)The Movie Mom (Nell Minow)
"Toy Story 2" is stunning, witty, exciting, enchanting, and very moving. Amazingly, it is even better than the sensationally entertaining original. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at The Movie Mom (Nell Minow)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Deseret News, Salt Lake City Deseret News, Salt Lake City
Then there's the fact that it was conceived originally as a direct-to-video movie, which usually implies that the material wasn't deemed worthy of making it to the big screen. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Deseret News, Salt Lake City
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for 7M Pictures (Kevin Carr)7M Pictures (Kevin Carr)
With very rare exceptions - sequels are not nearly as good as the original. However, leave it to the folks at Pixar to manufacture the quintessential exception to this rule. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at 7M Pictures (Kevin Carr)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Parent PreviewsParent Previews
When you were a teenager, you probably drove too fast, stayed up too late, and even worse - discarded some of your best friends. Whether it was a teddy bear or a favorite doll, Toy Story 2 will bring back all those sentimental feelings, with a little ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Parent Previews
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Brandon Herring's Movie Review Heaven (Brandon Herring)Brandon Herring's Movie Review Heaven (Brandon Herring)
Toy Story 2 may have surpassed it's predessecor in many ways: Its three times as funny, had more adventure, a great plotline and new great characters. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Brandon Herring's Movie Review Heaven (Brandon Herring)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 4.00 out of 4 stars for Xiibaro Productions (David Perry)Xiibaro Productions (David Perry)
Four years ago I was drawn to a handful of films, all vying for positions on my top ten list. There were quite a few genres all taking positions, the saga-like crime drama (Casino), the sweeping dramatic action film (Braveheart), the tearful foreign ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Xiibaro Productions (David Perry)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.75 out of 4 stars for Christian PyleChristian Pyle
When Andy leaves for cowboy camp, his mother holds a yard sale and scrounges in his room for old toys. One of these toys is Wheezy, a penguin with a broken squeaker. Woody (Tom Hanks) saddles up Andy's dog and rides out into the yard to rescue Wheezy. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Christian Pyle
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.75 out of 4 stars for Ultimate Movies! ReviewUltimate Movies! Review
Toy Story 2 is the family film to end all family films (sans The Lion King, which is untouchable). It's a profound masterpiece of wit and truth that should exhilirate kids and non-snobbish adults (read: those who don't mind being touched by messages a ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Ultimate Movies! Review
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.60 out of 4 stars for Scott Renshaw's Screening Room (Scott Renshaw)Scott Renshaw's Screening Room (Scott Renshaw)
There is so much here that's delightful in so many ways, you begin to realize what movies are supposed to be, yet so rarely are: transporting experiences. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Scott Renshaw's Screening Room (Scott Renshaw)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.60 out of 4 stars for Variety (Todd McCarthy)Variety (Todd McCarthy)
Toy Story 2 is to "Toy Story" what "The Empire Strikes Back" was to its predecessor, a richer, more satisfying film in every respect. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Variety (Todd McCarthy)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.60 out of 4 stars for Salon.com (Janelle Brown)Salon.com (Janelle Brown)
Just as good as the original. In fact, it might even be better. Not only is it just as visually stunning and witty as the first, but it's funnier, more thoughtful and more grown-up. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Salon.com (Janelle Brown)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.60 out of 4 stars for Film.com (Tom Keogh)Film.com (Tom Keogh)
So funny and smart that holding it up against its predecessor is as pointless as comparing peak episodes of ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Film.com (Tom Keogh)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.60 out of 4 stars for The New York Times (Janet Maslin)The New York Times (Janet Maslin)
Making sure that computer-generated animation will never be the same. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at The New York Times (Janet Maslin)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.60 out of 4 stars for Palo Alto Weekly (Jeanne Aufmuth)Palo Alto Weekly (Jeanne Aufmuth)
Those wizards at Pixar sure know how to put on a show. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Palo Alto Weekly (Jeanne Aufmuth)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.56 out of 4 stars for Mr. Showbiz (Kevin Maynard)Mr. Showbiz (Kevin Maynard)
A technologically marvelous animated movie that's just as funny and inventive as the first, but also more emotionally engaging than most live-action films. This is clearly a sequel in name only. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Mr. Showbiz (Kevin Maynard)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.52 out of 4 stars for Charlotte Observer (Lawrence Toppman)Charlotte Observer (Lawrence Toppman)
The sequel is faster, funnier and wilder, with more cunningly contrived computer effects. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Charlotte Observer (Lawrence Toppman)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.52 out of 4 stars for New York Post (Jonathan Foreman)New York Post (Jonathan Foreman)
Toy Story had a simpler, stronger story and the advantage of being the first of its kind. But it's quickly apparent that TS2 represents a major step forward in computer-animation artistry. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at New York Post (Jonathan Foreman)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for In Film Australia Review - Luke BuckmasterIn Film Australia Review - Luke Buckmaster
After you’ve reviewed films for awhile, it’s easy to target art house/independent productions as the foremost branches in the cinematic tree: more often then not they carry a message (or at least attempt to), and inspire us to see cinema through all ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at In Film Australia Review - Luke Buckmaster
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for ReelViews (James Berardinelli)ReelViews (James Berardinelli)
Four years ago, the release of Toy Story forever changed the face of animated motion pictures. The astonishing, three-dimensional quality of John Lasseter's work amazed both average movie-goers and hard-to-impress critics. Now, in 1999, the toys are back. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at ReelViews (James Berardinelli)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for Lars LindahlLars Lindahl
Prior to the showing of "Toy Story 2", a Pixar short from 1986 appears on the big screen as an extra for coming to the theater. It is a very simple, basic clip of two lamps playing with, and eventually popping, a plastic ball. The short displays the ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Lars Lindahl
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for Frankie PaivaFrankie Paiva
There has always been a constant battle over whether sequels really have the potential to become great films that surpass their originals. While not a sequel, (it was actually a prequel if you wish to get literal), Star Wars - Episode I: The Phantom ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Frankie Paiva
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for DVD Talk (Randy Miller III)DVD Talk (Randy Miller III)
Believe it or not, it's been ten years since Pixar Studios turned the animation world on its ear with Toy Story (1995), planet Earth's first full-length computer animated film. Not surprisingly, it still stands tall as one of the best---though its ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at DVD Talk (Randy Miller III)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for Movies for GuysMovies for Guys
Turns out that Disney/Pixar has done it again, they've made a children's movie that will also appeal to the kid in all of us. By keeping the animation bright and lively and the story simple it keeps the kids entertained. And by making sly references to ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Movies for Guys
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for SF, Horror and Fantasy Film ReviewSF, Horror and Fantasy Film Review
When Toy Story (1995) came out in it was one of the freshest and most inventive animated films made in some time. Aside from being the first CGI animated feature, Toy Story was a witty and original film with strong story values, not to mention it won ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at SF, Horror and Fantasy Film Review
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for filmfacts (Andreas Edler)filmfacts (Andreas Edler)
Ein besonderes Feature lockte mich und Markus an diesem regnerischen Mittwochabend ins naßkalte Bückeburg: Das Residenz veranstaltete eine Doppelsneak. Statt wie üblich um 23.00 Uhr begann die doppelt so lange Vorstellung diesmal schon um 22.00 Uhr. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at filmfacts (Andreas Edler)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for Q Network Film Desk (James Kendrick)Q Network Film Desk (James Kendrick)
If only they had come up with a more interesting title for the sequel to 1995's computer-animated mega-hit "Toy Story." The bland, thoughtless title "Toy Story 2" simply doesn't do this wonderful comedy justice. Don't be fooled by the "2." In the last ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Q Network Film Desk (James Kendrick)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for filmcritic.com (Christopher Null)filmcritic.com (Christopher Null)
Toy Story 2 picks up right where the original left off. With Andy (Morris) off to “Cowboy Camp,” Mom (Metcalf) decides to throw a yard sale, and Woody ends up being stolen by the evil toy magnate Al (Knight), owner of Al’s Toy Barn. Turns out Woody ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at filmcritic.com (Christopher Null)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for Chicago Sun-Times (Roger Ebert)Chicago Sun-Times (Roger Ebert)
I forgot something about toys a long time ago, and ``Toy Story 2'' reminded me. It involves the love, pity and guilt that a child feels for a favorite toy. A doll or an action figure (or a Pokemon) is yours in the same way a pet is. It depends on you. It ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Chicago Sun-Times (Roger Ebert)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for Steve RhodesSteve Rhodes
The boys are back in town in TOY STORY 2, and so are the girls. Especially good are Joan Cusack in a new starring role as the tough, but melancholic, Jessie the Cowgirl and Jodi Benson (Ariel from THE LITTLE MERMAID) in a new featured part as Barbie. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Steve Rhodes
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for SPLICEDwire (Rob Blackwelder)SPLICEDwire (Rob Blackwelder)
There's a reason animated sequels are usually released straight to video -- they're often half-hearted attempts to milk the cash cow spawn by the original. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at SPLICEDwire (Rob Blackwelder)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for Gary JonesGary Jones
If someone states as a Golden Rule that sequels are never as good as the originals, the automatic response is usually "The Godfather Part II", with references to The Empire Strikes Back, Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan, and Bride of Frankenstein held in ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Gary Jones
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for JoBlo's Movie Emporium ("JoBlo")JoBlo's Movie Emporium ("JoBlo")
A rollickin' great lil' fun adventure for newborns, children, kids, teenagers, young adults, parents, grandpas and grandmas alike. It doesn't take much for one to enjoy themselves with this movie. It's got fantastic effects, a fun story, likeable ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at JoBlo's Movie Emporium ("JoBlo")
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for Film Threat, Hollywood's Indie VoiceFilm Threat, Hollywood's Indie Voice
When Woody accidentally finds himself in a yard sale, he is stolen by Al, a rotund toy collector. Soon Woody discovers that he is a "collectable" toy based on an old television show and worth a lot of money. He meets Jessie, a cowgirl and Stinkie Pete, a ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Film Threat, Hollywood's Indie Voice
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for Palo Alto Online (Jeanne Aufmuth)Palo Alto Online (Jeanne Aufmuth)
Those wizards at Pixar sure know how to put on a show. High-quality technology enhances our beloved crew of playthings-come-alive, new voices and characters add burgeoning interest, and explosive action hurls the story along at rocket rate. First class ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Palo Alto Online (Jeanne Aufmuth)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for Greg KingGreg King
The Phantom Menace may have been the most eagerly anticipated, and most over-hyped, sequel of the year, but Toy Story 2 is undoubtedly the best! This wonderfully entertaining animated tale from the Disney and Pixar studios is a rarity amongst sequels in ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Greg King
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for James SanfordJames Sanford
Looking back over the dozens of movie sequels released in the past 15 years, you'll find an extraordinarily high ratio of junk to quality, as well as a lot of pictures which never should have been made in the first place. Was there really an audience out ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at James Sanford
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for Sean TownsendSean Townsend
Way back in 1995 (just slightly more recent than the Dark Ages in computer-graphics terms), Pixar Animation Studios unveiled the first Toy Story. It was a technological and visual wonder, the first-ever completely computer animated feature film. More ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Sean Townsend
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for Fontaine LienFontaine Lien
Ever feel like being someone else? Elvis, maybe? How about Madonna? Choice is not an option here. Would you pay 200 bucks to crawl into a small hole in the wall of a half size office building just to be in John Malkovich's head for 10 minutes? Huh? Would ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Fontaine Lien
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for Justin FelixJustin Felix
Comments: I'm not sure what impressed me more when I saw TOY STORY 2 on Thanksgiving Day. I saw it at the new "Cobblestone Square 20", a 20 screen multiplex with "stadium seating". It was not the first time I had seen a film in a setting like this, but ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Justin Felix
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for The UK Critic (Ian Waldron-Mantgani)The UK Critic (Ian Waldron-Mantgani)
Well, do you really care whether or not David Schwimmer gets the girl? I sure don't, and yet that's about as challenging an issue as you'll find in most movies intended for grown-ups. No wonder kids are so sharp -- they have movies like "Toy Story 2" to ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at The UK Critic (Ian Waldron-Mantgani)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.50 out of 4 stars for Shay CaseyShay Casey
Most sequels don't do what they're supposed to do like "Toy Story 2" does. Far too many of them end up re-hashing the original and adding very little. Is it any wonder that most sequels fail to live up to their predecessors? Thankfully, "Toy Story 2" is ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Shay Casey
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.30 out of 4 stars for PopcornQPopcornQ
Andy goes off to summer camp and cowboy doll Woody (voiced by Tom Hanks) inadvertently winds up in a yard sale, where he's kidnapped by an obsessive toy collector (Wayne Knight). Soon, it's up to spaceman Buzz Lightyear (Tim Allen), Mr. Potato Head (Don ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at PopcornQ
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.28 out of 4 stars for San Francisco Chronicle (Peter Stack)San Francisco Chronicle (Peter Stack)
Story is everything, and ``Toy Story 2'' has a terrific one. Woody suffers two of the worst setbacks that can befall a toy: He is broken, and his owner and best friend, Andy, leaves him sitting on a shelf to collect dust when he goes off to camp. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at San Francisco Chronicle (Peter Stack)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.28 out of 4 stars for San Francisco Chronicle (Peter Stack)San Francisco Chronicle (Peter Stack)
The Pixar wizards with their amazing computer animation have outdone themselves with this generous and dramatically rich sequel to the blockbuster 1995 ``Toy Story,'' that sprung cowboy Woody (voice of Tom Hanks) and space swashbuckler Buzz Lightyear ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at San Francisco Chronicle (Peter Stack)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.28 out of 4 stars for San Francisco Examiner (Wesley Morris)San Francisco Examiner (Wesley Morris)
Here's the trouble with Pikachu and the 150 or so other Pokemons monopolizing kiddie Xmas lists: They're an exasperatingly soulless empire of bleeping, mewling mutants, as disconcerting as Furbies, as potentially regrettable as Beanie Babies. Thank you, ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at San Francisco Examiner (Wesley Morris)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.25 out of 4 stars for Harvey S. KartenHarvey S. Karten
Nothing's permanent on this Earth of ours, not even life. Love is transitory. If fifty percent of American marriages now end in divorce as couples outgrow each other, think of how many kids separate permanently from their toys when they get tired of them ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Harvey S. Karten
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.25 out of 4 stars for CinemaSense.Com: Movie Reviews of the HeartCinemaSense.Com: Movie Reviews of the Heart
The sequel to the ground breaking, all digital animation of the original Toy Story dazzled and delighted us. The visual realization of the toy characters capture nuances of posture, movement, expression, and subtle meaning beyond anything yet achieved in ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at CinemaSense.Com: Movie Reviews of the Heart
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.25 out of 4 stars for The Tech (MIT) (Vladimir Zelevinsky)The Tech (MIT) (Vladimir Zelevinsky)
Lightning does strikes twice, at least for John Lasseter and his team of computer artists at Pixar who have created a sequel which is just as good as its excellent predecessor. After the minor misstep of A Bug’s Life, which was merely entertaining, Toy ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at The Tech (MIT) (Vladimir Zelevinsky)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.25 out of 4 stars for Nitrate Online (Carrie Gorringe)Nitrate Online (Carrie Gorringe)
Within the still-emerging genre of computer animation, Toy Story 2 is and will be considered a visual milestone.What Lasseter and his merry band of cyberanimators have to offer the public after nearly fifteen years of programming and passionate ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Nitrate Online (Carrie Gorringe)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.22 out of 4 stars for DVDnett.noDVDnett.no
Det begynner å bli en god stund siden jeg satt meg ned for å kose meg med den nydelige samlingen Ultimate Toy Box. Forleden dag tok jeg en ny kikk på den tredje platen i pakken, den med alt snaddermaterialet om filmene Toy Story og Toy Story 2; etter ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at DVDnett.no
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.20 out of 4 stars for Village Voice (Michael Atkinson)Village Voice (Michael Atkinson)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.20 out of 4 stars for Film Threat (Chris Gore)Film Threat (Chris Gore)
It's the Godfather II of computer animated films. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Film Threat (Chris Gore)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.16 out of 4 stars for Christian Spotlight on the MoviesChristian Spotlight on the Movies
I'll say it straight out. In my opinion, Pixar is by far the best animation studio in the U.S. (close to the best animation studio in the world, if not for Hayao Miyazaki's Studio Ghibli in Japan, creators of Princess Mononoke). And Pixar's newest film, ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Christian Spotlight on the Movies
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.13 out of 4 stars for Wolfpack Productions (Sujit 'Chief' Chawla)Wolfpack Productions (Sujit 'Chief' Chawla)
There's not much to say about this movie. It was as fast paced and exciting as the original. The only difference is that the thrill and awe you had when you saw the first one is gone, but you still get lost in the movie and forget that it's all animated. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Wolfpack Productions (Sujit 'Chief' Chawla)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.10 out of 4 stars for DVDnett.noDVDnett.no
Det er alltid litt ekstra spenning med i bildet når man setter på oppfølgeren til en film man liker godt. Alt for mange ganger har man blitt skuffet av "toeren", og derfor har undertegnede faktisk ikke fått satt Toy Story 2 i spilleren ennå, selv om ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at DVDnett.no
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.09 out of 4 stars for KidzworldKidzworld
The flick starts off with every toy's most feared event - a yard sale. The fear of being no longer wanted and loved plagues the hearts of all the toy's in Andy's room as his mother snoops around for things to get rid of. It's poor "shelved" Wheezy the ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Kidzworld
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.08 out of 4 stars for DVD Review: Toy Story 2 - Special EditionDVD Review: Toy Story 2 - Special Edition
After the original "Toy Story" became an enormous hit for Disney and creators Pixar, obviously the studios were going to combine for a second film(see their recent Pocahontas 2, Little Mermaid 2, Lion King 2...), although the way they went about it ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at DVD Review: Toy Story 2 - Special Edition
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.06 out of 4 stars for Reviews on the Side (Steven Lekowicz)Reviews on the Side (Steven Lekowicz)
I really don't know what to say. I loved it. I am so very happy that Pixar had the talent and brains to create a sequel worthy—and in some ways more than worthy—of its original. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Reviews on the Side (Steven Lekowicz)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.04 out of 4 stars for Mr. CrankyMr. Cranky
I'm sure you're familiar with the confusing practice of translating the titles of American movies into Japanese. "Terminator 2" becomes "Man Who Shoot Big Gun" and "Fight Club" becomes "Boys Who Do Not Wash." This is how I felt watching "Toy Story 2" -- ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Mr. Cranky
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.03 out of 4 stars for Reel Film Reviews (David Nusair)Reel Film Reviews (David Nusair)
The first Toy Story, released in 1995, would have been a hit even if it had been scripted by Ed Wood. This was a technology that had never been used to create a full-length feature film. No amount of bad reviews could have prevented audiences from ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Reel Film Reviews (David Nusair)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.01 out of 4 stars for 3 Black Chicks ("The Diva")3 Black Chicks ("The Diva")
"Toy Story 2" is a film done entirely using computer animation. It follows the lives of a group of toys all owned by the same child, Andy. Andy's favorite toy is a cowboy named Woody (voice by Tom Hanks). We find out that Woody is actually a collector's ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at 3 Black Chicks ("The Diva")
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.00 out of 4 stars for Soundwaves Cinema (Dennis Willis)Soundwaves Cinema (Dennis Willis)
But, somewhere along the way, someone realized that they had something special, and TOY STORY 2 became a full-fledged theatrical production...with a full-fledged theatrical budget of $90 million to boot. Well, what could those extra millions of dollars ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Soundwaves Cinema (Dennis Willis)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.00 out of 4 stars for FilmtracksFilmtracks
The toys are back in town, and so is, unsurprisingly, Randy Newman! While I only listen to Newman's works on occasion, such as Ragtime, A Bug's Life, and of course, the original Toy Story, I'm not much of a Newman fanatic (my co-mother is). Still, does ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Filmtracks
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.00 out of 4 stars for Chicago Sun-Times (Roger Ebert)Chicago Sun-Times (Roger Ebert)
This isn't a made-for-video that they decided to put into theaters, but a version intended from the first to be theatrical. That's important, because it means more detail and complexity went into the animation. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Chicago Sun-Times (Roger Ebert)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.00 out of 4 stars for Brilliant Observations on 1492 Films (Clayton Trapp)Brilliant Observations on 1492 Films (Clayton Trapp)
A worthy tribute to animism and pathology and hyperactivity, and all those sensational kid things that we lose too much of along the way. There are so many great production features, Pixar you know, but it could have been fine without any of them, with ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Brilliant Observations on 1492 Films (Clayton Trapp)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.00 out of 4 stars for The Onion A.V. Club (Stephen Thompson)The Onion A.V. Club (Stephen Thompson)
The unwritten rule of sequels is to paint exactly the same picture, only bigger, brighter, flashier, and more crowded. The result, with precious few exceptions, is diminished returns, a hollow second- or third-generation copy without the soul that made ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at The Onion A.V. Club (Stephen Thompson)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.00 out of 4 stars for Jigsaw Lounge (Neil Young)Jigsaw Lounge (Neil Young)
I'm starting to wonder whether I watched the same Toy Story 2 as the one most critics seem to have seen. It's a funny, very enjoyable kids' cartoon with plenty in there for adults as well, but to start calling it the best sequel since The Godfather Part ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Jigsaw Lounge (Neil Young)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.00 out of 4 stars for Dustin PutmanDustin Putman
The third computer generated animated film from Pixar, "Toy Story 2" can be regarded with ease as one of those very rare sequels that actually improves upon its predecessor. Watching the original, in its entirety, for the first time since its theatrical ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Dustin Putman
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.00 out of 4 stars for Apollo Guide (Dan Jardine)Apollo Guide (Dan Jardine)
Despite suffering slightly by comparison to its parent, Toy Story 2 is a barrel full of fun that operates successfully at two levels. First, as a joyful and energetic film, it will captivate children of all ages. Second, with its clever script full of ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Apollo Guide (Dan Jardine)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.00 out of 4 stars for Mark O'HaraMark O'Hara
I've heard that "Toy Story 2" is better than the original. Is this true? A: "Better" is relative. The first edition did the work of establishing the characters, and the score was more solid. "2" takes risks like adding new characters and sending nearly ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Mark O'Hara
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.00 out of 4 stars for Hollywood Jesus Visual ReviewHollywood Jesus Visual Review
I thought it would be interesting to review this film in a little different manner than I usually do. Instead of noting all the spiritual insights, I thought I would note all the secret jokes and tributes. There is so much going on in the film that makes ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Hollywood Jesus Visual Review
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.00 out of 4 stars for The Flick Filosopher (MaryAnn Johanson)The Flick Filosopher (MaryAnn Johanson)
When I think what that Han Solo action figure would be worth today... If only my brothers and I hadn't actually opened the package. And frozen him in carbonite (which on Earth looks strangely similar to water ice). And buried him in the sands of Tatooine ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at The Flick Filosopher (MaryAnn Johanson)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.00 out of 4 stars for F.LM - Texte zum Film F.LM - Texte zum Film
Natürlich ist es nicht wahr, dass sich Filme durch ihre Zuschauer zu diskreditieren oder profilieren vermögen. Gerade im Kino der Postmoderne hat es der Film gelernt, breitere Zuschauerschichten anzusprechen und weg vom rezipientenorientierten Kino ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at F.LM - Texte zum Film
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.00 out of 4 stars for CinemaZone.dkCinemaZone.dk
Disney sender hvert år en lang tegnefilm på gaden, og som en fast politik følger de den sikre succes op med fortsættelser på det voksende direct-to-video-marked. Fortsættelsen til superhittet Toy Story fra 1995 var ingen undtagelse, men heldigvis ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at CinemaZone.dk
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.00 out of 4 stars for Fantastica Daily (Mervius)Fantastica Daily (Mervius)
It's good, what can I say? It's funny and clever. It's visually exciting. You can't go wrong. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Fantastica Daily (Mervius)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.00 out of 4 stars for Houston ChronicleHouston Chronicle
The story deals in complex issues equally involving to children and adults: faith, trust and purpose. Especially heart-wrenching is Jessie the Cowgirl's story. In a deeply poignant sequence -- you'll rarely see anthropomorphization used this powerfully ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Houston Chronicle
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.00 out of 4 stars for Boston Globe (Jay Carr)Boston Globe (Jay Carr)
Everything you could want in a sequel. It satisfyingly regenerates the characters and qualities that made the first film so popular. And then it moves them forward into newer, fresher, more elaborate, more involving territory. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Boston Globe (Jay Carr)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.00 out of 4 stars for Cinematter (Matt Williams)Cinematter (Matt Williams)
This sequel to Toy Story was originally planned for a direct-to-video release, but was upgraded to a full theatrical debut. All the voice talents from the original film will be returning (including Tom Hanks as Woody and Tim Allen as Buzz Lightyear). ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Cinematter (Matt Williams)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.00 out of 4 stars for Alex IoshpeAlex Ioshpe
This film begins an unspecified time following the happily-ever-after conclusion to Toy Story. In the aftermath of their earlier adventures, Buzz (voice of Tim Allen) and Woody (voice of Tom Hanks) are now fast friends and all the toys live in perfect ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Alex Ioshpe
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.00 out of 4 stars for Apollo Movie Guide (Dan Jardine)Apollo Movie Guide (Dan Jardine)
Despite suffering slightly by comparison to its parent, Toy Story 2 is a barrel full of fun that operates successfully at two levels. First, as a joyful and energetic film, it will captivate children of all ages. Second, with its clever script full of ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Apollo Movie Guide (Dan Jardine)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.00 out of 4 stars for Crazy for CinemaCrazy for Cinema
Though I enjoyed this follow-up to one of the best animated movies of all time, in my opinion, I didn't laugh out loud until about a half hour into the movie and for a comedy that's not good. I was amused by the goings on, but they weren't as hysterical ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Crazy for Cinema
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.00 out of 4 stars for Criminy Pete's Knee Jerk SpoilersCriminy Pete's Knee Jerk Spoilers
Normally, I'm the kinda guy that sorta gets the heebie-jeebies about Disney animated spectacles. I get annoyed when each one is a 'another masterpiece' - because the whole POINT of a masterpiece is that there's only ONE (hence, a MASTERpiece among many ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Criminy Pete's Knee Jerk Spoilers
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 3.00 out of 4 stars for IFilm (Lena Coleman)IFilm (Lena Coleman)
Even more visually dazzling than its ground-breaking predecessor, Toy Story 2 represents the state-of-the-art in mainstream animated story telling. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at IFilm (Lena Coleman)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.99 out of 4 stars for filethirteen.comfilethirteen.com
Even though it's not quite as good as the original, "ToyStory 2" is one of the best animated features to grace the screen ever. And in a year like 1999, that's saying something. Almost every distributor around now is releasing and producing animated ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at filethirteen.com
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.98 out of 4 stars for Teen Movie Critic (Vivian Rose)Teen Movie Critic (Vivian Rose)
I've never been a big fan of animation, and this movie doesn't have any plot either. Woody and Buzz Lightyear, the two annoying main character toys from the original film, are back to further irritate moviegoers. This time, Woody is accidentally sold at ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Teen Movie Critic (Vivian Rose)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.94 out of 4 stars for artechock (Ruediger Suchsland)artechock (Ruediger Suchsland)
Die Beziehungen zwischen Mensch und Spielzeug sind seit jeher Feindverhältnisse. Bereits vor vier Jahren zeigte John Lasseters mit großem technischen Aufwand vom Hause Pixar inszenierter Animationsfilm TOY STORY, wie brutal es im Kinderzimmer wirklich ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at artechock (Ruediger Suchsland)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.94 out of 4 stars for Ain't It Cool Movie Reviews (Harry Knowles)Ain't It Cool Movie Reviews (Harry Knowles)
I'm trying my hardest to think of what possible words I can write to express my heartfelt appreciation... elation... ecstatic Pavlovian drool joy geekgasmic thrust that this movie has left me. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Ain't It Cool Movie Reviews (Harry Knowles)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.92 out of 4 stars for DVD Times (Michael Mackenzie)DVD Times (Michael Mackenzie)
While attempting to rescue Wheezy the squeaky penguin from a yard sale, Woody inadvertently finds himself being abducted by megalomaniac toy collector Al. As it turns out, Woody is the missing piece in a rare collection of memorabilia from the 1950s ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at DVD Times (Michael Mackenzie)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.91 out of 4 stars for Movies for GuysMovies for Guys
For those of you who are not familiar with Toy Story let me give you a brief rundown on the characters. First there's Woody (Tom Hanks), a cowboy with a pull string that lets him say cryptic things like "there's a snake in my boots" when humans are ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Movies for Guys
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.90 out of 4 stars for At-A-Glance Film ReviewsAt-A-Glance Film Reviews
Pixar does it again. Breaking sequel tradition, Toy Story 2 is at least as good as the original, if not better. It's a wildly fun story, blending adventure, humor, heartfelt sensitivity, and endless creativity. This movie understands the relationship ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at At-A-Glance Film Reviews
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.88 out of 4 stars for The Hot Button (David Poland)The Hot Button (David Poland)
Beyond the technology, the movie happens to be terrific. When John Lasseter's name came up as the director at the end, I was, for some odd reason, a little surprised. I think of him as the front man for Pixar, not as a director. But he did a wonderful ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at The Hot Button (David Poland)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.88 out of 4 stars for digitallyOBSESSED.com (Jon Danziger)digitallyOBSESSED.com (Jon Danziger)
It's easy to overdo it when talking about Pixar movies—I've been guilty of this myself on occasion, though I did remain leery when, during the original theatrical release of this film, a pull quote called it the best sequel since The Godfather, Part II. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at digitallyOBSESSED.com (Jon Danziger)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.87 out of 4 stars for DVD MovieGuideDVD MovieGuide
Joining the original voice cast in Toy Story 2 is a roundup of unforgettable new characters including Jessie the cowgirl and Stinky Pete the prospector! Winner of the Golden Globe award for Best Picture, this box office smash is full of laugh-out-loud ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at DVD MovieGuide
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.86 out of 4 stars for Entertainment Insiders (Bryan Ward)Entertainment Insiders (Bryan Ward)
I don't typically review "Childrens" films. Not that I don't enjoy them, that's not it. Quite the opposite actually. I enjoy them too much. It's hard for me to be objective about animated, or computer generated, movies. I love 'em. I don't love 'em all ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Entertainment Insiders (Bryan Ward)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.86 out of 4 stars for James BowmanJames Bowman
Like its predecessor, Toy Story 2 is a triumph of technology — the relatively new technology of computer animation — if not of moviemaking. In fact, as a kind of technological marvel it is naturally impervious to criticism on any merely airy-fairy, ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at James Bowman
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.83 out of 4 stars for PopMatters (P. Nelson Reinsch)PopMatters (P. Nelson Reinsch)
Near the end of the film The Matrix, Neo (Keanu Reeves) begins to understand his own power. When he realizes that everything he is seeing is a computer program, the payoff shot for this knowledge shows the screen filled with the "1"s and "0"s which make ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at PopMatters (P. Nelson Reinsch)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.83 out of 4 stars for Triviana ReviewsTriviana Reviews
Woody (the voice of Tom Hanks), Buzz Lightyear (Tim Allen) and all the gang are back with a few charming new additions. Woody is kidnapped by a dastardly toy collector ("Seinfeld's" Newman himself ... hellllllllllllloooooooooooooooooooo, Wayne Knight) to ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Triviana Reviews
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.83 out of 4 stars for Comingsoon.netComingsoon.net
"A Golden Globe Award winner for Best Picture, Toy Story 2 has become a favorite all across the world, garnering praise from fans and critics everywhere. It's "an instant classic," raves New York Magazine. Now, in a 2-disc collector's edition with a ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Comingsoon.net
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.83 out of 4 stars for txreviews.com (Curtis Edmonds)txreviews.com (Curtis Edmonds)
In a Hollywood culture that tries again and again to (in William Goldman’s words) to recapture past magic, Toy Story 2 was, perhaps, inevitable. Few movies have been as magical, as original, as groundbreaking as the first Toy Story. The sheer technical ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at txreviews.com (Curtis Edmonds)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.82 out of 4 stars for Scott's Movie Reviews (Scott Mantz)Scott's Movie Reviews (Scott Mantz)
These days, it seems like Hollywood produces more sequels than original films, and it's not surprising that they end up as nothing more than pale imitations of their predecessors. However, every once in a while a sequel comes along that not only matches ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Scott's Movie Reviews (Scott Mantz)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.82 out of 4 stars for cinEncanto (José Luis Orozco)cinEncanto (José Luis Orozco)
Para aquellos que piensen que esta es una película exclusivamente para niños, les diré que están completamente equivocados. Claro, si me preguntan lo mismo acerca de Pókemon, ahí si no respondo. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at cinEncanto (José Luis Orozco)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.82 out of 4 stars for Steve Baker: Barfly MagazineSteve Baker: Barfly Magazine
These animated films are definitely not just for children. Even if you're never too old to be immature, Toy Story 2 travels well in adult company. It's full of universal themes. We all after all fear rejection. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Steve Baker: Barfly Magazine
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.81 out of 4 stars for kids-in-mindkids-in-mind
When a toy collector steals Woody intending to sell him to a museum in Japan, Buzz Lightyear and the rest of the gang attempt to rescue him. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at kids-in-mind
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.81 out of 4 stars for Woody's Roundup Edition, DVD Town (John J. Puccio)Woody's Roundup Edition, DVD Town (John J. Puccio)
First, you'll remember that "Toy Story," released by Disney in 1995, was the first full-length animated feature to be made entirely on computers in digital graphics. Produced by the Pixar Animation Studios in Emeryville, California, it created quite a ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Woody's Roundup Edition, DVD Town (John J. Puccio)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.80 out of 4 stars for FilmHead.comFilmHead.com
My reviews for this week are a little late because of Thanksgiving. This delay, however, allows me to have a better perspective on Toy Story 2. Initially, Disney was going to make this direct-to-video, just like its other animated sequels to Aladdin and ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at FilmHead.com
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.80 out of 4 stars for ** Shrubbery Review -- Toy Story 2 **** Shrubbery Review -- Toy Story 2 **
I'm not sure what impressed me more when I saw Toy Story 2 on Thanksgiving Day. I saw it at the new "Cobblestone Square 20", a 20 screen multiplex with "stadium seating". It was not the first time I had seen a film in a setting like this, but it was ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at ** Shrubbery Review -- Toy Story 2 **
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.80 out of 4 stars for Chicago Reader (Lisa Alspector)Chicago Reader (Lisa Alspector)
This animated sequel to Toy Story (1995) is largely an extended chase, but it transcends this mostly through the use of characterization and drama. To complete a set of puppets from a 50s TV western, a collector (voice by Wayne Knight) steals Woody the ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Chicago Reader (Lisa Alspector)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.79 out of 4 stars for Joe from TCH reviews Toy Story 2Joe from TCH reviews Toy Story 2
In Toy Story 2, a collector steals Woody from Andy’s house. He is soon to become the prime exhibit of a whole toy set. A while ago, he had his own TV show called “Woody’s Roundup” where he was joined by his faithful friends Jessie and The ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Joe from TCH reviews Toy Story 2
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.78 out of 4 stars for Montreal Film Journal (Kevin N. Laforest)Montreal Film Journal (Kevin N. Laforest)
You know what's weird with movies? They can be so many things to so many people at the same time, you know, sometimes you don't even know anymore. Let me clear this out. "Toy Story 2" is a wonderful movie that made me go through lots of shades of ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Montreal Film Journal (Kevin N. Laforest)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.78 out of 4 stars for Movies@pnc.com.auMovies@pnc.com.au
Did you know that Disney is an evil multinational company? I did and I hate that. It's a shame that they still make some fine kids movies. It's hard to hate something that makes you laugh so hard. They do it so often. I'm not sure if they set out to make ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Movies@pnc.com.au
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.78 out of 4 stars for The Trades (Chad Maddux)The Trades (Chad Maddux)
It's a toy's two worst nightmares: becoming a "broken" toy and being part of a yard sale. The adventures of Woody, Buzz, and all of Andy's toys continue in 1999's "Toy Story 2," now available in a new 2005 DVD release. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at The Trades (Chad Maddux)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.78 out of 4 stars for FilmHobbit.comFilmHobbit.com
Let’s face it. Most sequels fail to live up to the legacy created by the first movie. Can I hear a “The Next Karate Kid” anyone? When people love a movie they want more of it. Studios, unfortunately, only hear “cha-ching” and rush too many ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at FilmHobbit.com
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.78 out of 4 stars for In Film AustraliaIn Film Australia
After you’ve reviewed films for awhile, it’s easy to target art house/independent productions as the foremost branches in the cinematic tree: more often then not they carry a message (or at least attempt to), and inspire us to see cinema through all ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at In Film Australia
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.77 out of 4 stars for UTK Daily Beacon (Nick Tipton)UTK Daily Beacon (Nick Tipton)
Sometimes it may be a stereotypical, fictitious idea that all movie sequels are not really as good as their originals; however, director John Lasseter has broken that prejudice barrier in Toy Story 2 with more emotions, characters, graphic animation and ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at UTK Daily Beacon (Nick Tipton)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.75 out of 4 stars for Mark R. LeeperMark R. Leeper
The second TOY STORY opus opens with a space-opera fantasy featuring that commander of the limitless ether, Buzz Lightyear (voiced by Tim Allen). It seems at first out of context but serves stretch the capabilities of Pixar and to introduce Buzz ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Mark R. Leeper
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.75 out of 4 stars for InsidePulse.com DVD Review (John Cavanagh)InsidePulse.com DVD Review (John Cavanagh)
For as long as I can remember I never understood peoples reaction to Toy Story 2, for the life of me I just couldn't understand people declaring the film better than the original Toy Story. The first film not only broke new ground with animation, writer ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at InsidePulse.com DVD Review (John Cavanagh)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.74 out of 4 stars for The Boston PhoenixThe Boston Phoenix
The folks at Pixar have taken Toy Story and by confronting questions of self-worth -- can the monetary value of a toy kept pristine in its box equal the joy that toy would give to a child who plays with it? -- made it better. This time Woody (voiced by ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at The Boston Phoenix
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.74 out of 4 stars for Time OutTime Out
It's rare that sequels improve on their predecessors, especially when the original is as thoroughly inventive, intelligent and enjoyable as Lasseter's seminal, computer animated feature. Nevertheless, this second foray into the world of Woody, Buzz ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Time Out
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.73 out of 4 stars for Movies 101 (Robert Glatzer)Movies 101 (Robert Glatzer)
While acknowledging the technical achievement of the first "Toy Story," I wasn't a fan, for a couple of reasons: One was that in spite of the title's promise, there wasn't much of a story. Just a few chases strung together, only one of which -- the ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Movies 101 (Robert Glatzer)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.73 out of 4 stars for Harvey's Movie Review (Harvey O'Brien)Harvey's Movie Review (Harvey O'Brien)
Entertaining sequel to the 1995 hit which enlarges upon the premise of its predecessor and manages to both repeat all that was successful last time and add enough so that it remains fresh and funny. The plot revolves around what happens when Woody is ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Harvey's Movie Review (Harvey O'Brien)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.72 out of 4 stars for DVD MovieGuideDVD MovieGuide
Prior to Toy Story 2's November 1999 debut, Disney had only ever released one theatrical sequel: 1990's The Rescuers Down Under. That film didn't exactly set the box office on fire, and since that time, most of Disney's animated sequels had gone the ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at DVD MovieGuide
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.72 out of 4 stars for The Text This Week Movie ConcordanceThe Text This Week Movie Concordance
"I am using this illustration in my sermon tomorrow: Mark 1:1-8 (Baptism of our Lord). In Toy Story 2, Woody is kidnapped and taken to the apartment of the "bad" toy store owner. Woody finds himself in a dark room, all alone. And then he hears the voice ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at The Text This Week Movie Concordance
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.72 out of 4 stars for Salon (Janelle Brown)Salon (Janelle Brown)
Think back to the toys of your youth: The worn out teddy-bears, the Barbie dolls with their hair torn out, the discarded hot wheels and erector sets and G.I. Joes and stuffed animals that eventually came unstuffed. Now think about them in the bottom of a ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Salon (Janelle Brown)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.72 out of 4 stars for The Cranky Critic (Chuck Schwartz)The Cranky Critic (Chuck Schwartz)
It's been policy here at crankycritic.com since Day One not to compare to source material. So, what do we do with movie sequels? Should we ignore the previous flick? Compare one to the next? Or to an entire series? I usually try to dodge the bullet as ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at The Cranky Critic (Chuck Schwartz)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.70 out of 4 stars for City Pages, Minneapolis/St. PaulCity Pages, Minneapolis/St. Paul
Brad is right, though. In crafting this nearly irresistible sequel, the computer-animation pacesetters at Pixar had a significantly more powerful set of high-tech tools at their disposal than they did on the 1995 original. Even the complex applications ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at City Pages, Minneapolis/St. Paul
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.69 out of 4 stars for Movie-Page.com reviewMovie-Page.com review
"Better" is relative. The first edition did the work of establishing the characters, and the score was more solid. "2" takes risks like adding new characters and sending nearly the whole cast on the road to rescue Woody. The sequel has more action ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Movie-Page.com review
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.67 out of 4 stars for Reel.comReel.com
A strong script with nonstop gags and pop culture references really animates the animation, infusing the computer drawings with a hip energy. There's plenty of tension, but a surprising amount of warmth as well, because a strong cast of voice actors ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Reel.com
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.67 out of 4 stars for Cineclub-Filmkritik Cineclub-Filmkritik
Aber es kommt noch dicker, ein Spielzeughändler klaut ihn vom Flohmarkt, als er den Delphin rettet. Unverhofft trifft Woody bald darauf auf seine ehemaligen Showpartner Jessie (das jodelnde Cowgirl), Bully (sein Pferd) und Stinke-Piet (den Goldgräber ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Cineclub-Filmkritik
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.67 out of 4 stars for The New York Times - Family Movie Guide (Peter M. Nichols)The New York Times - Family Movie Guide (Peter M. Nichols)
After a dangerous mission to free their fellows about to be bought, Woody and his friend the astronaut Buzz Lightyear grapple with still another calamity. Woody is stolen by a fat toy dealer, Big Al McWhiggin, who recognizes the cowpoke as the hero of an ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at The New York Times - Family Movie Guide (Peter M. Nichols)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.66 out of 4 stars for Sci-Fi Weekly Sci-Fi Weekly
Woody the toy cowboy (Hanks) is looking forward to time away with his beloved Andy at cowboy camp. But a mishap leaves Woody with a torn seam, and he's relegated to Andy's bedroom shelf--the last step for toys before the 25-cent yard sale box. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Sci-Fi Weekly
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.64 out of 4 stars for Houston Community Newspapers (Gary Brown)Houston Community Newspapers (Gary Brown)
There should be a warning label for sequels on the film posters hanging up outside movie theaters. For the most part, movie sequels turns out to be grandiose disappointments. Not so with Toy Story 2, the follow-up to the enormously successful Toy Story ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Houston Community Newspapers (Gary Brown)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.64 out of 4 stars for The Phantom TollboothThe Phantom Tollbooth
I don’t like stories to have a moral: certainly not because I think children dislike a moral. Let the pictures tell you their own moral. For the moral inherent in them will rise from whatever spiritual roots you have succeeded in striking during the ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at The Phantom Tollbooth
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.63 out of 4 stars for Sun Newspapers of Cleveland Sun Newspapers of Cleveland
Lovers of Disney/Pixar's groundbreaking computer-animated treat will recall the Christmas morning which ended the original. Well, "Toy Story 2" opens not too far in the future. Mrs. Potato Head (voiced by Estelle Parsons) has settled in with the Mr. (Don ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Sun Newspapers of Cleveland
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.63 out of 4 stars for Ultimate Guide to Disney DVDUltimate Guide to Disney DVD
By both domestic and worldwide counts, Toy Story became the top-grossing film released to theaters in 1995. Nowadays, it seems like a movie cannot find that kind of success without either already being part of a franchise or subsequently triggering one. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Ultimate Guide to Disney DVD
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.63 out of 4 stars for Haro OnlineHaro Online
In 1995, Disney and Pixar realized the dreams of millions of children worldwide: what if the toys you own are alive? What if, when you were away, they had their own little adventures? Toy Story was a landmark step forward in computer animation, a ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Haro Online
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.62 out of 4 stars for Cinemaphile.org (David Keyes)Cinemaphile.org (David Keyes)
Disney's P.I.X.A.R. animation studio got its big break in 1996 with the Thanksgiving release of "Toy Story." Now comes the official sequel "Toy Story 2," which, like its predecessor, pushes the envelope of computer animation, and imagines that child toys ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Cinemaphile.org (David Keyes)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.61 out of 4 stars for Los Angeles Times (Kenneth Turan)Los Angeles Times (Kenneth Turan)
Thirteen years have elapsed between the first Pixar film, an Oscar-nominated two-minute short about an adventurous lamp called "Luxo Jr.," and the current "Toy Story 2," the elaborate successor to one of the highest grossing animated features of all ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Los Angeles Times (Kenneth Turan)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.61 out of 4 stars for Philadelphia City Paper (Vance Lehmkuhl)Philadelphia City Paper (Vance Lehmkuhl)
Better to have been loved and lost than never to have been loved at all. That’s the moral of Toy Story 2, an eager-to-please sequel that ratchets up the emotional stakes in a bid to top the groundbreaking original. Toy Story played deftly on the simple ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Philadelphia City Paper (Vance Lehmkuhl)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.60 out of 4 stars for Combustible Celluloid (Jeffrey M. Anderson)Combustible Celluloid (Jeffrey M. Anderson)
I can safely say that Toy Story 2, directed by the Bay Area's John Lasseter, is even better than the original Toy Story (1995). The few tiny things that bugged me about the first movie have been lessened in this sequel. Firstly, instead of many horrible ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Combustible Celluloid (Jeffrey M. Anderson)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.60 out of 4 stars for Seattle Post-IntelligencerSeattle Post-Intelligencer
Film history tells us that when a hit movie becomes a franchise, its successors invariably become a series of diminishing returns. With very few exceptions, the rule holds that a number after a title is a bad sign, and a sequel is never as good as the ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Seattle Post-Intelligencer
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.59 out of 4 stars for Planet Sick-Boy (Jon Popick)Planet Sick-Boy (Jon Popick)
Pixar’s follow-up to 1995’s hugely successful Toy Story is another whopping cinematic victory, guaranteed to garner critical raves and still make money hand-over-fist while packing theaters through this holiday season. The original, the ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Planet Sick-Boy (Jon Popick)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.59 out of 4 stars for Espace DVD (John Mayère)Espace DVD (John Mayère)
Andy a toujours ses deux jouets préférés, Buzz et Woody. Mais un jour en s'amusant, Andy déchire le bras de Woody et du coup le délaisse complètement. Sa mère décide d'organiser un vide grenier, et par un concours de circonstance, Woody est volé ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Espace DVD (John Mayère)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.59 out of 4 stars for DVDRAMADVDRAMA
Tout comme pour le précédent épisode, la première édition proposait une copie de Toy story 2 sans la moindre faille difficilement détrônable, et tout comme le précédent épisode, cette édition collector ne dépasse pas l'indépassable (pour ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at DVDRAMA
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.59 out of 4 stars for Expanded Cinemah Expanded Cinemah
Dopo le sfide, vinte, di "Toy Story", primo film d'animazione interamente realizzato al computer senza minimamente apparire freddo o meccanico, e di "A Bug's Life", ecco arrivare sui nostri schermi "Toy Story 2". Poche le innovazioni, ma fedele allo ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Expanded Cinemah
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.58 out of 4 stars for Nashville Scene (Jim Ridley)Nashville Scene (Jim Ridley)
For a 34-year-old who's about to be grandfathered out of his coddled 18-34 demographic, watching the pop-culture agenda skew steadily younger is like living in Menudo Nation--a land where the members are routinely drummed out and replaced once they're ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Nashville Scene (Jim Ridley)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.58 out of 4 stars for Reeling Reviews (Robin and Laura Clifford)Reeling Reviews (Robin and Laura Clifford)
Woody, Buzz Lightyear and all the rest of Andy's toys are together again in the long-awaited follow-up to the 1996 mega-hit, "Toy Story." We're back in Andy's room and Woody is about to go off to Cowboy Camp with his owner, but an accident prevents the ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Reeling Reviews (Robin and Laura Clifford)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.57 out of 4 stars for Screen It! Entertainment Reviews for Parents Screen It! Entertainment Reviews for Parents
Beyond that and the villains' bad attitudes, the rest of the film's categories are void of any major objectionable content. Nonetheless, should you still be concerned about the film's appropriateness for anyone in your home, you may want to take a closer ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Screen It! Entertainment Reviews for Parents
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.57 out of 4 stars for MediaCircus (Anthony Leong)MediaCircus (Anthony Leong)
When it comes to sequels, the 'House of the Mouse' tends to play it safe and release follow-up material direct-to-video, which tends to be a cheaper method of distribution, and allows the animators to get away with lower quality animation, which is ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at MediaCircus (Anthony Leong)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.56 out of 4 stars for DVDRAMADVDRAMA
On ne peut guère dire plus que pour son prédécesseur. Toy Story 2 est en tout point parfait ! Pixar va encore plus loin dans le traitement des textures et le rendu est purement et simplement irréprochable. L’ensemble étant sublimé par un ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at DVDRAMA
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.55 out of 4 stars for Movie ram-blings (Ram Samudrala)Movie ram-blings (Ram Samudrala)
To me, perhaps because of the frame of mind I was in, both the Toy Story films explore the nature of relationships in life. Not the camaraderie or boy-girl type of relationships epitomised by the interacting toys, but the co-dependent type that exists ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Movie ram-blings (Ram Samudrala)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.54 out of 4 stars for Anchorage Press (Brenda Sokolowski)Anchorage Press (Brenda Sokolowski)
By combining a child’s boundless imagination with amazing computer animation, Disney and Pixar breathe life into toys, making them as real to us by the end of “Toy Story 2” as any human character could be. Buzz Lightyear, Slinky Dog and Mr. Potato ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Anchorage Press (Brenda Sokolowski)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.54 out of 4 stars for PopMatters (Jonathan Beller)PopMatters (Jonathan Beller)
Hey kids, if you haven't seen Toy Story 2, better hurry so that you can find out what your toys are doing when you're not watching. And maybe you'll learn to show your toys a little ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at PopMatters (Jonathan Beller)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.53 out of 4 stars for Kino (Alessandro Bencivenni)Kino (Alessandro Bencivenni)
Non è impresa facile fare il numero due di un film riuscito come «Toy Story». Riuscito non solo sotto il profilo tanto celebrato della coputergrafica, ma soprattutto sul piano delle idee: tanto che è stato primo lungometraggio di animazione a ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Kino (Alessandro Bencivenni)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.52 out of 4 stars for Spirituality & Health (Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat)Spirituality & Health (Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat)
The moral of Toy Story 2 is that nothing lasts forever so it's important to savor all the precious moments of love while you still have the chance. The zest-for-life motif also shines through the friskiness of Buster, Andy's dog. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Spirituality & Health (Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.52 out of 4 stars for BBC FilmsBBC Films
This time around, Andy heads off to summer camp and the toys are left to entertain themselves. Woody is kidnapped from a yard sale by a ruthless toy collector and discovers that he's a collector's item when he meets fellow toys from the "Woody's Roundup" ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at BBC Films
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.52 out of 4 stars for culturevulture.net, Choices for the Cognoscenti culturevulture.net, Choices for the Cognoscenti
Remember that box of old comic books and baseball cards and Star Wars action figures you had stashed up in your parents' attic? You know, that useless crap your mother threw out the first week you were away at college - the useless crap you could ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at culturevulture.net, Choices for the Cognoscenti
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.52 out of 4 stars for Miami Herald (Rene Rodriguez)Miami Herald (Rene Rodriguez)
It's impossible not to shake the feeling that we've been here before, and the movie never does convince you that a return trip was entirely necessary. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Miami Herald (Rene Rodriguez)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.51 out of 4 stars for Cinopsis Cinopsis
Woody s'est fait enlever par un collectionneur de jouets. Ni une, ni deux, Buzz et sa bande de copains s'envolent à la rescousse du cow-boy. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Cinopsis
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.50 out of 4 stars for Metaphilm Metaphilm
In Augustine’s epic The City of God we are presented with a cosmic drama involving a tale of two cities, the earthly city and the city of God. These cities, says Augustine, “were created by two kinds of love: the earthly city was created by self-love ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Metaphilm
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.50 out of 4 stars for Austin Chronicle (Marc Savlov)Austin Chronicle (Marc Savlov)
The title says it all: If you (or your kids) loved Toy Story, you'll like Toy Story 2 as well. Just don't expect any big surprises. Pixar and Disney's historic collaboration three years ago resulted in the first major computer-animated feature, and, up ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Austin Chronicle (Marc Savlov)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.42 out of 4 stars for Tempi ModerniTempi Moderni
Possono degli oggetti inanimati come i giocattoli avere un'anima, vivere, amare, soffrire e morire come gli umani? E' l'interrogativo che pone questo secondo capitolo di Toy Story, un'opera cinematografica a tutti gli effetti, molto più di un semplice ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Tempi Moderni
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.41 out of 4 stars for Plugged InPlugged In
Toys rescuing toys is once again the dominant theme in this delightful, visually stunning sequel. While attempting to save a meek little penguin from being sold in the family yard sale, sheriff Woody is stolen by Al, a pudgy, balding toy collector eager ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Plugged In
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.41 out of 4 stars for CineFile : il Cinema in Rete (Alberto Cassani)CineFile : il Cinema in Rete (Alberto Cassani)
Non fosse stato per il fatto che i miei amici volevano vedere questo film prima di “The Blair Witch Project” (scoraggiati anche dalle code chilometriche) non credo sarei andato al cinema per il nuovo prodotto di casa Pixar. Non che il primo non mi ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at CineFile : il Cinema in Rete (Alberto Cassani)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.40 out of 4 stars for Film Scouts (Richard Schwartz)Film Scouts (Richard Schwartz)
Although the novelty has slightly worn off, this inspired sequel to the popular 1995 animated film equals, and in some cases, surpasses, the efforts of the original. Still present are the witty banter, clever situations and resonant themes. But director ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Film Scouts (Richard Schwartz)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.40 out of 4 stars for TV Guide (Maitland McDonagh)TV Guide (Maitland McDonagh)
The story is simple enough for young children to follow, and the computer-animated images are both bright and surprisingly complex. Adults won't find the action heart-stopping. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at TV Guide (Maitland McDonagh)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.34 out of 4 stars for cinEncanto (Pablo del Moral)cinEncanto (Pablo del Moral)
Los estudios Pixar se perfilan como la mayor fuerza de la animación estadounidense. Su alianza con Disney les da el gran beneficio de la distribución mundial y del megalítico aparato mercadotécnico que nunca soñó el buen Walt, pero a cambio los ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at cinEncanto (Pablo del Moral)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.30 out of 4 stars for Fotograma.com Fotograma.com
En la teoría, las secuelas no llegan a superar a sus predecesoras. Sólo intentar repetir las fórmulas que han producido acepetación en el público, modifican un par de locaciones y se la lanzan con una gran campaña de publicidad. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Fotograma.com
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.25 out of 4 stars for reVisionreVision
Il cortometraggio che precede, in sede di proiezione, il nuovo film della Pixar Toy Story 2, è un piccolo gioco di lampade animate; lampade che, nel realismo assoluto della resa grafica, assumono un carattere, un atteggiamento, dei ruoli cinematografici. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at reVision
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.25 out of 4 stars for Cinescape (--)Cinescape (--)
TOY STORY was one of the best overrated movies ever made. To be honest, the screenplay wasn't all that wonderful: the plot mechanics were loose; the lead character, Woody, was really a selfish, unsympathetic protagonist, and the film didn't really kick ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Cinescape (--)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.21 out of 4 stars for Moviola (Jorge G. Avila Andrade)Moviola (Jorge G. Avila Andrade)
Si hay una forma de describir a Toy Story 2 sería con la palabra ARTE. Desde que Walt Disney y los estudios Pixar enseñaron al mundo en 1995 con Toy Story lo que se podía hacer con una computadora, y que repitieron años más tarde con Bichos (A ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Moviola (Jorge G. Avila Andrade)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.16 out of 4 stars for Boxoffice MagazineBoxoffice Magazine
Hey fellas, somebody got it wrong. Sequels are not supposed to be better than the original. But not only is "TS2" better than the first outing, it is better than most movies released this year. It works on almost every level. It's funny, it's great to ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Boxoffice Magazine
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.15 out of 4 stars for DVDBeaver.com (Gary W. Tooze)DVDBeaver.com (Gary W. Tooze)
In "Toy Story 2," the fun and adventure continues when Andy goes off to summer camp and the toys are left to their own devices. Things shift into high gear when an obsessive toy collector kidnaps Woody who unbeknownst to himself is a highly valued ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at DVDBeaver.com (Gary W. Tooze)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.10 out of 4 stars for Xi-online Xi-online
H et vervolg op het megasucces van Toy Story kreeg de simpele titel Toy Story 2. Het succes van dit vervolg was er niet minder om. In Amerika liep deze film als een trein en het lijkt erop dat Europa gaat volgen. Toy Story borduurt rustig door op de ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Xi-online
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.01 out of 4 stars for Megaklik - no nonsense movie reviews in SlovenianMegaklik - no nonsense movie reviews in Slovenian
Spet smo v Andyjevi sobi, kjer kraljujejo igrače: kavboj Woody (Tom Hanks), vesoljski šerif Buzz Lightyear (Tim Allen) in druge lutke, ki oživijo v odsotnosti ljudi. Ko Woody z garažne razprodaje rešuje pingvina Wheezyja, ga ukrade pohlepni zbiralec ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Megaklik - no nonsense movie reviews in Slovenian
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 2.00 out of 4 stars for Austin Chronicle (Marc Savlov)Austin Chronicle (Marc Savlov)
If you (or your kids) loved Toy Story, you'll like Toy Story 2 as well. Just don't expect any big surprises. ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at Austin Chronicle (Marc Savlov)
Toy Story 2 (1999) scores a combined 1.00 out of 4 stars for DigitalVD.de (Patrick Fiekers)DigitalVD.de (Patrick Fiekers)
Es ist schon erstaunlich, dass einfache Zeichentrickfiguren einen solch wahnsinnigen Erfolg im Kino und auf Video, bzw. DVD verbuchen können. Doch von einfachen Zeichentrickcharakteren kann bei „Toy Story“ nicht mehr gesprochen werden. Sowohl im ...read the complete Toy Story 2 movie review at DigitalVD.de (Patrick Fiekers)

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