Toy Story is a computer animated movie made in 1995 and directed by John Lasseter. It is about what toys get up to when people are not around. Woody the cowboy, is Andy’s favourite toy but when Buzz Lightyear, a space ranger, becomes Andy’s new favourite toy, Woody becomes jealous and the two toys develop a not so friendly relationship. Woody plots to get rid of Buzz by a variety of means but in the end only finds himself lost in the real world with only Buzz as company. The two must then work together to find their way home and on the way forge a genuine friendship and learn that only through trust, and cooperation do they have a chance of survival.
Toy Story was the first completely computer generated animated movie. Storyboards were initially used to assist animators create the characters. Once created, each character was made out of clay before reaching the computer. 400 computer models were then used to animate the characters. Software programs were coded to create articulation and motion. Additional touches such as lighting and shading and other visual effects were added last in the animation process. During post production, sound and music were added.
It was a big hit both with adults and children. The younger audience loved it for its vibrant colours, lovable characters and clever and adventurous storyline. The more mature audience appreciated the movie for its heartfelt messages and the amazing graphics which brought the characters to life. Overall, the movie was a universal success and to this day is still a much loved classic.
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