This little gem of an animated flick on Blu-ray/DVD called Toy Story that Time Forgot should excite youngsters from 4 to 10 and those parents that are still holding on to their childhood days. Because it’s short enough to play over and again, no one in the home will be able to avoid the laughter and there’s even a sing-along in the Bonus Features. Two new characters are featured in this robust treasure that puts the Toy Story gang in the center of it all. (also Check out the Doc McStuffins: Pet Vet review below)
Bonnie is all excited when her mom tells her she’s going to visit her friend Mason’s mom. She knows it means a chance to see Mason’s new toys he got for Christmas. Eager to get going she packs her play bag with Woody, Buzz, Trixie, Rex and her newest toy Kitty the tree angel and rushes out the door. Arriving at Mason’s house she finds him in the middle of playing video games.
She throws her bag into his playroom and joins Mason in the room across the hall. The Toy Story gang comes alive they find themselves in the middle of a prehistoric wonderland with Reptillus Maximus looking down at them. Frazzled by the site of the huge reptile, Buzz and Woody back away, but not Trixie the triceratops. When Maximus invites her into his world, the fun begins, but so does the danger.
The film is a very good companion to the toy story series, especially if the children are already familiar with the characters. Introducing new toy characters into their world helps to extend the life of the academy award winning franchise so it can provide the fun and expand the imagination of the young. After all what child wouldn’t want their favorite toy to come to life and have fun with the other toys while she’s off at day care or in elementary school? Just saying.
The Blu-ray has several Bonus Extras that are directed to the youngsters, but could use some guidance from us older folks.
“Battlesaurs” a special animated opening to “Toy Story that Time Forgot”
“Reptillus!” Talks about the origins of the Battlesaurs world.
“My Unexpected Friend” a sing along that first allows your child to sing with the characters. Then turn on the same song with just to melody and the words so you son or daughter can make believe they’re on a stage themselves.
“Deleted Scenes”
“Commentary” Older folks can turn on the commentary and watch it first so they can explain anything you child may ask during the playback with them.
“Toy Story Goes to Comic Con” This is mainly for adults.
“The Good Dinosaur” A trailer on the upcoming Disney/PIXAR release in theaters soon.
Toy Story that Time Forgot has been rated TV G and should be acceptable for the whole family.
FINAL ANALYSIS: A good little adventure mainly for boys. (B)
Specifications and additional video information:
Cast: Tom Hanks as Woody, Tim Allen as Buzz Lightyear, Kristen Schaal as Trixie, Kevin McKidd as Reptillus Maximus, Wallace Shawn as Rex, Timothy Dalton as Mr. Pricklepants, Don Rickles as Mr. Potato Head, Joan Cusack as Jessie, Emma Hudak as Angel Kitty, Emily Hamm as Bonnie, R.C. Cope as Mason
Directed and written by: Steve Purcell
MPAA Rating: G
Genre: Animated, Family
Running Time: 22 min
Original TV Release Date: December 2, 2014
Video Release Date: November 3, 2015
Language: English (can be switched to French or Spanish)
Reviewed Format: Blu-ray (also available on DVD)
Audio: DTSHD-Master Audio 7.1
Video: Widescreen, 16×9 Aspect Ratio 1.78:1
Subtitles: English SDH
Number of Discs: 1 Disc plus Digital Download
Distributed by: Buena Vista Home Entertainment
For the youngsters in the family, here’s a great little holiday gift idea from Disney Junior
DOC MCSTUFFINS PET VET
Welcome to the new “McStuffins Veterinary Clinic!” Because not all toys can talk, Doc needs to use all her skills to figure out what’s wrong and make them feel better – just like a real veterinarian! Join Doc as she fixes Findo so he can fetch again, untangles Farmer Mack’s adorable baby goats, adopts a furry friend and much more! Packed with nearly two hours of song-filled fun, Doc McStuffins: Pet Vet is a purrr-fect way to help little ones discover the joys and responsibilities of keeping their pet friends happy and healthy!
Episodes are: “Fetchin’ Fido/ Twin Tweaks”, “Three Goats A ‘Cuddlin’/ Swimmer’s Belly”, “A Dragon’s Best Friend”, “Stuffy & Squibbles/ Queen of Thrones”, and “Take Your Pet to the Vet/ Master and Commander”. Designed for the little tykes it has a total running time of 2 hours. Now that should keep them busy for an afternoon.
Doc McStuffins: Pet Vet has been rated TV Y for youth.
FINAL ANALYSIS: A fun way to learn how to take care of a pet and the importance of the furry friends. (B+)
Writer, critic, film editor John Delia, Sr. has been on all sides of the movie business from publications to film making. He has worked as a film critic with ACED Magazine for more than 20 years and other publications for a total of 40 years. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in communications from the University of Florida. John is a member of the Southeastern Film Critics Association and Critics Association of Central Florida Send John a message at jdelia@acedmagazine.com
