Toy Story & Toy Story 2 (2 Pack)

My first son was just 2 1/2 years old when I got him the Toy Story / Toy Story 2 combo pack. I know this for sure because at the top of the Amazon Toy Story / Toy Story 2 combo pack product page it says, "You purchased this item on November 28, 2001." Wow...how time flies.So it was to my surprise that when my son, now 11, stayed home from school with a cold this past week, I found him watching Toy Story. He had just put the DVD in the player, so I sat with him for a second before I headed off to work. Then the second turned into a few minutes; then a few minutes turned into a nostalgic hour; which of course turned into, "What a great, classic movie, Dad; Let's watch Toy Story 2!" So I obliged. (I hope my boss isn't reading this.)I'd forgotten what classics Toy Story and Toy Story 2 are. So on the cusp of the release of Toy Story 3 in June 2010, I thought that I'd be sure to let all of my Amazon friends know that if you've not seen these movies, not only do they deserve a viewing before Toy Story 3 comes out, they deserve to be added to your movie collection. Perhaps I may be biased because of the strong emotional attachment that I found that I had to these movies earlier this week, but I say that these two movies truly are collectors' items.Like I was watching them for the first time earlier this week, I was laughing out loud, holding in the sobs and just plain enjoying perhaps the best animated movies ever to come out of Disney.The first is about Andy's (6 - 8 years old?) toys and what happens when Andy introduces his new Buzz Lightyear to the group of toys that he grew up with. But the toys better be sure to stay out of the hands of Andy's next door neighbor Sid, because Sid's idea of fun is toy torture! Then in Toy Story 2 it's spring cleanup time, and the toys better hide if they don't want to end up in the yard sale; especially if you're a rare toy and there are greedy toy collectors that would just love to have...er..I mean...sell you.Tom Hanks and Tim Allen are magic together in both movies and they are joined by a cast of many many A-list voice talents...Don Rickles as Mr. Potato Head is my favorite (ya hockey puck!).And one more note, if you've ever seen the Buzz Lightyear Disney Channel spinoff but not the movies, don't be dissuaded by the spinoff because it was silly in comparison; the movies are head and shoulders above the spinoff in acting, animation and storywise.See Toy Story and Toy Story 2 before 3 comes out...with or without some kids!

I bought this back when it was $45 used, and I considered it a steal then. The Toy Story movies are absolute classics, no question about it. Even as computer animation gets better and better, these movies don't feel dated at all. (hint to Dreamworks: it's because the movies are filled with rich characters, not weak pop-culture references masquerading as "jokes.")There are better versions of the movies available, but the differences are small and the Toy Box is a bit cheaper than getting the other editions separately (as of 6/4/2008, at least). You miss out on a few special features, but most of the ones on the other editions are taken from this set. The picture quality is also ever-so-slightly better on the other editions (although picture quality is not a problem at all on this set).It should also be mentioned that the DVD packaging on this set is beautiful. The DVDs come in standard cases housed in a silvery box with wireframe versions of some of the characters from the films printed on it. A clear plastice slipcase goes over that, with the fully-rendered versions of the characters replacing the wireframe versions. It's pretty clever, really.The other editions are here, if you really must have the very best versions of them:Toy Story (10th Anniversary Edition)Toy Story 2 (Two-Disc Special Edition)

Since the announcement of the potential of DVD, I had been waiting for a set of films that could fully be of incredible potential. The biggest news was not only the Fantasia Anthology, but the Toy Story Ultimate Toy Box! Coming in a custom-slip case, a clear plastic holder featuring Woody and Buzz can be lifted to reveal the understructure wireframe. Each DVD comes in different packaging (Woody is on the cover of TS1, Buzz on TS2, and the little squeak alien is on the special disc 3). The first Toy Story has indepth articles on the development, including the first attempt to match Tom Hank's voice to a Woody doll stand-in. There is even a short 2 minute animation test that was used to help greenlight the project. Also included was the first OScar-winning animated short: Tin Toy, the basis for Toy Story. The Toy Story 2 disc features the animated short "Luxo Jr," as well as sound and various features. The joy of this set is Disc 3, which contains animated menus based on different scenes in the film. You get to see Wire-frame models, animation tests, deleted animation, character 3-D renders, errors in production, as well as a redone "crossing the street" sequence that was intended before TS2 was remade for the big screen. The most fun of all are the audio commentaries by John Lasseter and the other directors, writers, and producers on the film. TS2 will make you laugh til it hurts. There are even links to merchandise, posters, Tv previews, and other goodies you'll have to discover on your own, as well as a look into hidden gags in the two movies.

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Great shape, fast delivery, good price , what more do you want. Very happy.

Lo he comprado con la intención de complementar los estudios de alemán de mi mujer, así poder seguir mejor una película, ya que el género infantil suele ser más recomendable a la hora de verlo en otro idioma

ＤＶＤプレーヤーでは再生できませんでしたが、パソコンで再生できました。子どもが喜んでいました。二枚入りでかなりお得です。

Toy Story has multiple age level value. Regardless of the viewrs sex or age it can amuse and entertain. A very young child can enjoy the movement and colour, the older child appreciate the wit and pace of story, and the adult - well they can find another level of humour but also take pleasure in getting some peace and quiet whilst younger family members are occupied safely.The plots are entertaining whilst not being graphically cruel or violent, and as with all good stories there is a moral and a happy ending.The skill of presentation, and use of well known actor voices mean entertainment is top quality. I have seen a three year old, ten year old and eighteen year old all laugh out loud at the antics. OK they are now getting to see 3D in the cinema but until technology is both available and affordable the DVD still has real value. I have been able to cope with it being played three times in a row without screaming.At these prices two films in one is a good option. The case is not that strong but overall it was good value.I think these are great - if you like Disney and Pixar then you will love the films - a true classic. Comedy in animation that goes beyond young child entertainment