Review: Toy Story 5 shows a franchise offering diminishing returns in tech vs. toys showdown
Like every other millennial, Toy Story holds a special place in my heart. For so many of us, this is a franchise that we've grown up alongside; the nostalgia runs deep. The first two movies hit in the prime of my childhood. The third (my favorite) came out the summer after I finished my freshman year of college. I saw in theaters six times its opening week. After that perfect finale, Toy Story 4 came along, feeling both unnecessary and justified, a thoughtful coda about what life might look like for a toy once your prime playtime is behind you. These movies, and these characters, have meant a lot to me over the years. Even so, I was a bit dubious about Toy Story 5 coming along. It's easy to look at it cynically. What more is there for this franchise to tackle? We've already delved into toy stores, collectors, antique shops, daycares, kids growing up. A whole gamut of experiences from a toy's point-of-view. With this latest entry, the franchise tackles a very timely conc...
