Toy Story Trio Goes 3-D!
Source: Walt Disney Studios
January 24, 2008
The Walt Disney Studios is taking the latest advances in digital 3-D technology "to infinity and beyond" with ambitious plans to debut new Disney Digital 3-D(TM) versions of Disney-Pixar's Toy Story on October 2nd, 2009, and Toy Story 2 on February 12th, 2010, it was announced by Dick Cook, chairman of The Walt Disney Studios. Both of these beloved animated features are being newly converted to 3-D in advance of the June 18th, 2010 release of Disney-Pixar's Toy Story 3, which is being produced as a 3-D motion picture and will represent the state-of-the-art for the genre. Veteran Pixar filmmaker Lee Unkrich (co-director Toy Story 2) is directing.
Academy Award®-winning filmmaker John Lasseter (director of the first two "Toy Story" films and chief creative officer for Disney and Pixar Animation Studios) will personally oversee the creative side of the 3-D conversions for Toy Story and Toy Story 2 with his acclaimed team of technical wizards handling all the necessary steps in the conversion process.
Commenting on the announcement, Cook said, "We are committed to bringing moviegoers the best and most exciting 3-D movie experience, and we think they're going to love seeing Buzz Lightyear, Woody, and all the wonderful 'Toy Story' cast of characters in an eye popping and dazzling way. John Lasseter and the animation team are putting all their passion and hard work into making this the greatest 3-D experience yet, and we're excited to share their efforts with audiences everywhere."
Lasseter added, "The 'Toy Story' films and characters will always hold a very special place in our hearts and we're so excited to be bringing this landmark film back for audiences to enjoy in a whole new way thanks to the latest in 3-D technology. I am sure that this is going to be nothing short of fantastic and people are going to be blown away by the experience. With 'Toy Story 3' shaping up to be another great adventure for Buzz, Woody and the gang from Andy's room, we thought it would be great to let audiences experience the first two films all over again and in a brand new way. 3-D offers lots of great new possibilities for the art of animation and we will continue to use this new technology to tell our stories in the best possible way."
In converting Toy Story and Toy Story 2 to state-of-the-art 3-D films, the technical team is retrieving all of the original digital elements and rebuilding them in 3-D.
Originally released by Walt Disney Pictures in 1995, Toy Story was the first feature film from Pixar Animation Studios and director John Lasseter. The film went on to receive Oscar® nominations for Original Score, Original Song, and Screenplay, and earned Lasseter a Special Achievement Award "for the development and inspired application of techniques that have made possible the first feature-length computer-animated film." Toy Story 2 was released in 1999, and reunited voice talents Tom Hanks and Tim Allen, in their roles as Woody and Buzz. The film became one of the most popular animated features of all time, and received an Academy Award® nomination for Original Song.
Toy Story 3 in 2010
The third film in the popular Disney/Pixar CGI Toy Story saga is beginning production.
"Toy Story 3″ will see a theatrical release on June 18, 2010. All the popular actors from the two previous films, including Tom Hanks (Woody), Tim Allen (Bizz Lightyear) and supposedly Don Rickles as Mr. Potato Head are slated to return. John Lasseter will resume helming duties.
The storyline hasn't been confirmed by Disney/Pixar but rumors indicate the toy gang may be subject to a massive recall due to defective parts. Buzz Lightyear is the first to get sent off for overhaul, but fears among the group begin to emerge when it's rumored that the toys are not being repaired, but destroyed, and so it's off to the rescue.
"Toy Story 3″ will give the franchise an opportunity to introduce new toy characters to the mix that could add continued life to the popular films.
Disney Chief Robert Iger announced on Wednesday that a 3D version of the film will also be released at the same time the conventional version premieres.
Can't wait to see this.. and awesome news about Beaty and the Beast going 3D.. can't wait.
Toy Story 3D Double Feature on October 2nd!
Source: The Walt Disney Studios
March 31, 2009
At ShoWest today, Walt Disney Studios announced that they are now releasing the 3D versions of Toy Story and Toy Story 2 together on October 2nd. The double feature will be the first place you'll be able to see the trailer for Toy Story 3 and the only place to see it in 3D!
Also, the 3D version of Beauty and the Beast (of which the studio showed the opening musical number "Belle" in 3D at ShoWest today) is going to be released on February 12, 2010.
Moviegoers are in for twice the fun and triple the thrills as The Walt Disney Studios prepares to debut the Disney Digital 3D(TM) versions of Disney-Pixar's beloved animated features - "Toy Story" and "Toy Story 2" - during a special limited engagement starting on October 2, 2009, it was announced today by Mark Zoradi, president, Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Group.
This extraordinary double feature, taking the latest advances in digital 3D technology "to infinity and beyond," will play exclusively in 3D. "Toy Story," the industry's first ever computer-animated feature and the first feature released by Pixar Animation Studios in 1995, and "Toy Story 2," the critically acclaimed sequel that debuted in 1999, were both directed by Academy Award®-winning filmmaker John Lasseter. Both films have been meticulously re-rendered in 3D from the original digital files using the latest state-of-the-art technology.
Commenting on the announcement, Zoradi said, "This fantastic double feature will let moviegoers see two of their all-time favorite films from Pixar Animation Studios in a way that they've never seen them before, and all for the price of one movie ticket. John Lasseter and the animation team have truly created a spectacular 3D experience with Buzz, Woody, and all the toy characters in a whole new eye-popping dimension. We're also excited that audiences will soon see a whole new chapter when Toy Story 3 in 3D, directed by Lee Unkrich (co-director of Toy Story 2) comes to theaters on June 18, 2010."
Lasseter added, "The 'Toy Story' films and characters will always hold a very special place in our hearts and we're so excited to be bringing these first two films back for audiences to enjoy in a whole new way thanks to the latest in 3D technology. Disney Digital 3D offers lots of great new possibilities for the art of animation and we will continue to use this new technology to push the boundaries in telling our stories. With 'Toy Story 3' shaping up to be another great adventure for Buzz, Woody and the gang from Andy's room, we thought this would be the perfect way to let audiences experience the first two films all over again. To see the movies back to back will be an amazing treat as well. This is certainly nostalgic for me and reminiscent of my youth when double features were the norm."
Originally released by Walt Disney Pictures in 1995, "Toy Story" went on to receive Oscar® nominations for Original Screenplay, Original Score, and Original Song earning Lasseter a Special Achievement Award "for his inspired leadership of the Pixar 'Toy Story' Team, resulting in the first feature-length computer-animated film." 'Toy Story 2' was released in 1999, and reunited voice talents Tom Hanks and Tim Allen, in their roles as Woody and Buzz. The film became one of the most popular animated features of all time, and received an Academy Award® nomination for Original Song.
Teaser Trailer for Toy Story 3
Toy Story 3 Teaser Trailer (HD) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VXJEDUainX4#ws-lq-lq2-hq-vhq-hd)
Seeing UP Sunday - expecting this to be one of the previews. We've come a long from way from Creature from the Black Lagoon. The guys at Pixar never cease to amaze.
Is Joss Whedon writing Toy Story 3?
That was so cool and very funny. TOy Story is one of my favourite films and I really look forward to this, I may even take the ankle biters to see it.
Here's the trailer for Toy Story 3.. I have to say I loved 1 and loved 2 even better and this looks like it's going to be just as great.. I can't wait.
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Pixar continually amazes. Looks great.
I saw Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs last night. Good movie with the voices of Anna Faris and others. The voice of the mayor was perfect with _____ _______ :)
I had to put on the glasses and since there are more movies now in 3D - might as well keep them.
The best part was the preview for Toy Story 3. The 3D affect was great and here's hoping the movie will be just as 3D'ish. It looked like Buzz was sitting right in front of me. Knowing Pixar and Disney, this will be a huge hit next summer.
Here's a scene from upcoming Toy Story 3
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what a great clip! Now I have to know what happens!
I can't wait to see this!
Shhh! The children might hear you. We'll be seeing this pretty soon after it comes out I suspect.
To Infinity And Beyond!!
Here's a new trailer.. this is looking really good..
http://www.comingsoon.net/news/movienews.php?id=63245 (http://www.comingsoon.net/news/movienews.php?id=63245)
That looks awesome!!
New Poster released..
Just saw the movie with the kid and all I can say is EPIC FAIL on their part. I enjoyed the movie, but I have one little rule for children's films. NO SUBTITLES.
My daughter can read pretty well and better than most in her age group. I quickly noticed that the subtitles did not stay on the screen long enough for ANY young child to get their meaning. I can only imagine the horror of dozens of parents and children in a full theater trying to read the subs out loud where their kids can understand what's going on.
Other than that major flaw, I really loved this movie.
Quote from: X on November 07, 2010, 12:04:22 PM
Just saw the movie with the kid and all I can say is EPIC FAIL on their part. I enjoyed the movie, but I have one little rule for children's films. NO SUBTITLES.
My daughter can read pretty well and better than most in her age group. I quickly noticed that the subtitles did not stay on the screen long enough for ANY young child to get their meaning. I can only imagine the horror of dozens of parents and children in a full theater trying to read the subs out loud where their kids can understand what's going on.
Other than that major flaw, I really loved this movie.
Hmm, that never bothered me, but from that angle I get what your saying. Although the real question is, did the kids really need the translation? I mean, for the most part you can get what Buzz is doing.
Curious...
King
Hmmm. I never asked my kids what they made of the subtitles. I suspect even the youngest could have read them but probably not in the time available.
Pixar always did make double layered films, though, different layers of meaning for both kids and adults. The subtitles are perhaps another manifestation of this approach?
Quote from: Kingisaaclinksr on November 07, 2010, 12:56:40 PM
Quote from: X on November 07, 2010, 12:04:22 PM
Just saw the movie with the kid and all I can say is EPIC FAIL on their part. I enjoyed the movie, but I have one little rule for children's films. NO SUBTITLES.
My daughter can read pretty well and better than most in her age group. I quickly noticed that the subtitles did not stay on the screen long enough for ANY young child to get their meaning. I can only imagine the horror of dozens of parents and children in a full theater trying to read the subs out loud where their kids can understand what's going on.
Other than that major flaw, I really loved this movie.
Hmm, that never bothered me, but from that angle I get what your saying. Although the real question is, did the kids really need the translation? I mean, for the most part you can get what Buzz is doing.
Curious...
King
King, I don't agree with that. If you could get what Buzz was doing, why provide any translations? If the child can't keep up with the on screen text, the parents have to explain and that sort of takes me as a parent out of the movie. I also could see how it could be a problem for parents taking more than one kid.
Feathers, I too wonder what your kids take on the movie. My daughter wasn't disappointed by it or mad at the subtitles, but I think I have prior subtitle experience that colors my views.
As a kid I took two of my cousins to see dances with wolves. When we came out of the movie, we loved it, but it wasn't until after the movie was over that the youngest explained that he couldn't read or understand all of the words. So in essence, he missed a good portion of the movie because we didn't know what it was going to be going in.
I learned my lesson, but it still sort of pisses me off when you try to bill something as a kid's movie and have content that very young kids can't get.
I'm fine with those double meaning things some of the movies do because it allows an adult to be entertained during the kid's movie. Hell, one of my favorite lines in a movie was "Quick somebody cal IX I I" in Hercules.
I think that this was a case of the people making the film forgetting the limits of the core audience.
I don't exactly agree. First, I think anyone who makes a film should make the film they see fit to make in their vision. Why compromise? Also, I think kids don't read enough these days. Perhaps this was a way to encourage that. The subtitles are only in a tiny portion of the film so I don't think it's really that big a deal in any case. Remember there was a time when kids only had silent movies to see. One last thing. When I was growing up there was a little boy on our block who could read just about anything you put in front of him. And he was only like 3-4 at the time. Of course that isn't quite normal, but he loved to read and just did it all the time. Anyway, just thought it was pretty cool.
Subtitles are not designed for just the casual viewer. They are intended for those who are typically hearing impared, so need the added written text to better understand the film. And, for those who the subtitles are intended, I'm pretty sure the speed in which Pixar displays it is adequate. Let's be realistic here, if ANY movie were to slow the subtitles down long enough for, hell, even most adults to fully read and comprehend, we'd still be viewing the first few slides by the end credits. If your kids don't understand something in the film, does seeing the lines written out actually help? These movies aren't intended to be understood just on one level (children). There are many aspects that are targeted to the older viewers, and THAT'S what makes Disney/Pixar movies successful. If the subtitles are all you have to complain about in this film, then I think Pixar did a pretty good job on the movie! [spoiler]I for one thought this was an excellent movie, a great way to end the story. Speaking of which, would longer subtitles have helped kids understand WHY the film ended the way it did? If a child reading that Andy grew up and went to college, and leaving his beloved toys behind, would that REALLY help? I don't think so[/spoiler]...Pixar, great job! Al
My daughter is six and has been reading for two years. She has gotten awards for it. She had no problem reading most of what as written, but could not read it all in the time alloted. Perhaps some of you parents forgot what it's like to watch what is billed as a kids movie with a kid with you.
Quadshot, I really don't know what you're talking about at all. Nothing I wrote mentioned anything about the over arching story. My complains are about a specific part of the film. Not the whole film. It's not War in Peace. The concepts were pretty simple for the kid to understand. It was the gag of Buzz speaking Spanish and yes they could have worked it to where the subs were up a bit longer without compromising the artistic integrity of the film. This isn't about the subtitle track that can be selected on the Bluray. I thought I was very clear on the portion of the film I had a problem with. No need to rush in to defend Pixar on issues that don't apply to the conversation at hand.
Granted that the movie doesn't need to be told on just one level, but in the past they tried hard to make sure that the story could be understood by the children going to see it. The Buzz speaking Spanish thing was fantastic for my eldest child. She speaks Spanish. It wasn't fine for my younger child because the means to understand it wasn't geared for younger children.
They miss part of the story even though we take the subtitles for granted. That's a failure to me. Imagine you are watching a film and you can't understand some of what was said. If you are a curious child, you ask what was being said. If your parent tries to fill you in, you both get taken out of the movie and could miss subsequent parts.
I didn't say the movie sucked, but I think that sometimes adults forget the differences between them and children. Sometimes we forget that children don't read as fast as we do or might have questions.
If it created a problem then it sort of is a problem.
I understand what Rico says about having a vision and wanting to go with it. That's fine, but how about giving parents with little kids a heads up? If you aren't going to make it kid friendly, don't peddle it to kids like they can get the full story.
Maybe it's not a problem for everyone, but like I said, my daughter wants to know what's going on. Her limited ability to speak Spanish thanks to Dora the Explorer doesn't give her enough to understand what was said. She needed the subs and they failed to give her the information she needed. Cases closed.
"Major Flaw" and " Epic Fail" ??? Really... because of a few subtitles... Totally disagree with you on that X.
My six year old, top of her first grade class in reading, was not disturbed by the few minutes of subtitles in this movie. I'm not sure if she read them all or not, but it certainly did not diminish her enjoyment of the film. I don't think my three year old even noticed. In fact the whole theater exploded with laughter during that sequence, so I can safely say that most other parents and kids during my screening weren't bothered by this.
X, it's actually War AND Peace :)
And, I have to go with Kenny on this, I think, and of course, this is just MY opinion, you're judging an entire movie by one small item you viewed as a problem. Dude, it's not really a problem. How is having subtitles cycle through faster than you're comfortable with make this movie non-kid friendly? I don't recall reading or hearing anywhere that Pixar announced that this was a movie ALL kids would completely and fully understand. You honestly expect that ANY movie studio is going to post warnings about their films? "Attention to all those who do not read as fast as we expect them to read: This film contains subtitles and we will cycle them through as fast as we please" :) I really don't think that Disney/Pixar intended for everyone to fully understand or comprehend the Spanish speaking Buzz, nor do I suspect they wanted you to spend a great deal of time reading the subtitles. The gag was in the fact that Buzz was speaking Spanish and that he was no longer the Buzz they all knew. So your young daughter couldn't keep up with the subtitles. You say Pixar had the duty to make sure everyone had ample time to read it soe they could fully enjoy the scene. What about those parents whose children can't yet read? Are you saying that, according to your logic, they shouldn't bring their kids to see the film? Nonsence. Do you understand every single second of any Star Trek film?
Perhaps it's not that Pixar failed to give your daughter the information she needed to enjoy the film or scene. Seems to me that they accomplished their goal and got the message of the film out quite nicely. Dude, I'm not saying that you're wrong in the way you feel, I'm simply saying that by telling everyone that a film failed because your young daughter couldn't understand one scene inwhich a character was speaking Spanish is off base.
I am reminded by the multiple times I have seen any of the "Star Wars" movies in the theaters. Of course, all six films start with an opening crawl to setup the story. Several times I have been in theaters when parents read that opening crawl to their little kids. And in all the years of following these films I've never heard of anyone having an issue with text only and no narrator reading it (don't give Uncle George any ideas). So again, just a portion of the film and kids seem to be able to deal with it. Later when they are older they can read it themselves. Again, I say the filmmakers should make the film they want to make.