Toy Story 2 (Two-Disc Special Edition) Reviews

• The best DVD set you can buy. Period.

  
  By A2HKWTH8I7WONO on 2000-11-06
  If you're an "extras" hound like me, "Toy Story & Toy Story 2 - The Ultimate Toy Box" is the promised land. Hands down the best goodies of any DVD to this date. Oh yeah, and you get two excellent movies too! :)

  I won't spend time on the movies themselves, except to say that they're two of the most entertaining films ever made. Instead, let's focus on why to get the 3-DVD set instead of the 2-DVD set.

  The third DVD is truly impressive. You'll find fully-animated deleted scenes; funny & interesting interviews with cast, crew, animators, etc.; an absolutly hysterical debate on "Who's the best character?" with Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, and the whole cast; some very detailed explanations of the techniques used to create the movies; and so much more. I've spent over three hours on Disc 3 alone so far, and there's a lot more to go!

  There are even cool hidden features. For example, on Disc 3 choose 'Toy Story 2.' Under the 'Story' section, choose 'Jesse's Song.' On the next screen that appears, press the 'Left' arrow key on your remote control & you'll see a question mark. With the question mark highlighted, hit 'Enter' for a outtake with an introduction by the directors.

  The sound & picture quality on all three discs are the best I've seen on DVD. Helps when the whole movie was CREATED digitally, eh? :)

  All in all "The Ultimate Toy Box" is the best DVD set around, bar none. Well worth the extra money!
  
  

• Toy Story 2 tops original.

  
  By A3AJ1X5GT0NBO0 on 2000-05-17
  The first Toy Story was amazing. CGI had never looked so good,and the humor was bizarre and hilarious, so both children and adultscould enjoy it. Adults and children are bound to love the sequel too, as shown by the film's $80 million opening weekend. OK, high profits aren't always a good indication of a great movie (take "Titanic" or "Star Wars: Episode 1" for example), but the high returns are actually justified in this one. In this film, Woody is kidnapped by an evil toy collector voiced by the-always-evil Wayne Knight ("Seinfeld"). Woody discovers not only his roots, but also the true meaning of family. A lot of people like the yodeling Jessie voiced by Joan Cusack, but I'd have to say that the best scenes involve Tim Allen and his duels with his nemesis Zurg. Pop culture references allow adults to get some jokes that kids might miss, but the kids will have a blast watching this animated adventure. This movie is more plot-oriented than the first--which kids will love--and is hence more fun. Josh Bob says check this out. Four stars. END
  
  

• TOY STORY2 SHINES BRIGHTER THAN EVER IN ALL NEW 2DISC RELEASE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  
  By A5VI800QMKE8 on 2005-09-19
  For those who missed out on the earlier two dvd releases of "toy story 2" have a reason to cheer now! Their patience seems to have paid off. Thanks to buena vista, All new special edition of pixar's superbly crafted, highly entertaining masterpiece will be available on dec26.
  
  This being the first ever two disc release of the film, most of the special features available on the toy box and the single disc release will be here. Of course, there'll be quite a few new features as well alongwith a DTS track, a pixar dvd first(also available on the recently released 2 disc set of toy story 1 dvd).
  
  As usual, first disc will contain the main feature which has been digitally remastered using higher bitrate with picture direct from pixar's digital source. Two audio tracks will be available on the disc, dolby digital 5.1 EX and DTS 5.1 ES. There will also be a commentary track for the enthusiast, featuring John Lasseter and his creative team including Lee Unkrich, Ash Brannon and Andrew Stanton. Sneak peak of pixar's highly anticipated film "cars" will be the only other feature on this disc.
  
  Disc2 of the set overflows with new and already seen features.
  
  1. outakes
  
  2. coolest toy featurette
  
  3. all new game "which toy are you?"
  
  4. "ponkikies" featuring woody, buzz and jessie
  
  5. music medley "riders in the sky"
  
  6. all new making of toy story2, featuring all the creative team behind the movie. Get an insight on how it was conceived and brought to life!
  
  7. deleted scenes
  
  8. john lasseter's profile
  
  9. design galleries and storyboards of the sequence "woody's nightmare" and "jessie's song" with multi angle feature.
  
  10. separate production segment featuring -
  Designing Woody's Past
  Making Woody's Roundup
  Production Tour
  Production Progression
  Early Animation Tests
  Special Effects
  International Scene
  
  11. publicity,character interviews,trailers, tv spots.....and more!!
  
  It is being said that this will be a limited release. So grab this definitive edition dvd release of a classic as soon as its available. Trust me, you cant go wrong with this one!!!
  
  

• Great movie..PIRATED COPIES

  
  By on 2004-04-01
  DO NOT BUY FROM SELLER ONTARIOFILMS...THIS PERSON IS SELLING ILLEGAL COPIES OF MOVIES. I MADE THE MISTAKE OF BUYING TOYSTORY 1&2 FROM THIS CRIMINAL. THE DVD'S WERE COPIES (PIRATED COPIES) BURNED OFF AN ORIGINAL COPY. THE DISCS WERE SCRATCHED AND WOULD NOT PLAY ON ANY DVD PLAYER IN MY HOME. THEREFORE,
  DO NOT BUY FROM: ONTARIOFILMS....YOU WILL GET RIPPED OFF!!!!
  
  

• A triumph!

  
  By A1CDZM5YMB61PD on 2000-10-18
  In this sequel to Toy Story, Woody (Tom Hanks) begins to fear that his usefulness as a toy is coming to end. When Woody is stolen, Buzz Lightyear (Tim Allen) organizes a rescue. While our erstwhile heroes are seeking Woody out, Woody finds out the truth about himself; it seems that in the `50s he was the star of a hit show - Woody's Round-up. Given a choice between returning to his owner (and facing the end of his usefulness), or staying with the Round-up gang and living forever in a toy museum, Woody is torn. Simultaneously, the rescue team is facing peril after peril, culminating in the ultimate confrontation - Buzz Lightyear versus the evil Emperor Zurg! [Color, created in 1999, with a running time of 92 minutes.]

  This movie is outstanding, and even better than the original! The darkness that shaded the original (Sid) is missing in this one, and the minor sadness is quickly replaced with adventure and hilarity. As an added bonus, the VHS includes the original Pixar cartoon Luxo Jr. and a set of outtakes (both originally seen in the theatre version), plus a video of the Riders in the Sky singing the Woody's Round-up Medley.

  The movie is entertaining and lighthearted, the soundtrack is entertaining, and the action is spellbinding. This is a great movie for all ages. I can't recommend it enough.
  
  

• Even more for the whole family than the first one!
  By AGOOVJB9L5U4K on 2000-02-08
  My wife and kids (11 and13) actually kind of dragged me to see this one in the theater. Boy was I happy that they did! Toy Story 2 is really a great movie that had us all laughing a lot. It also provides for some very emotional moments (Jessie's song remembering her time as a favorite toy, among others). Many of the jokes refer to the first Toy Story, so it really helps if you know that one. What I personally liked best, though, has become a great "habit" with Pixar: The end trailors where the "stars" get to be their "own self": Here especially "Tour Guide Barbie" was a blast!

  Enjoy... I can't wait for it to come out on DVD to once again enjoy the great graphics AND sound effects that so impressed me in the theater last week!
  
  

• If you love the Toy Story series, Get the 3-pack!!
  By A3V6Z4RCDGRC44 on 2000-11-02
  I am a Toy Story lover for many reasons. I love high quality animation, and used to go to animation festivals all the time to watch the craft grow and mature. To see the amazing results of the first-ever true full length movie done solely by computer, and to have its means of creation pale to its incredible storyline, character depth, and general quality of production, is something not often seen in today's motion picture industry.

  These two movies (Toy Story 1 and 2) are great for kids. You have themes children can easily relate to - jealousy, losing something you love dearly, dealing with friends, apologizing and making up when you have been mean to someone, you name it. Where a sequel is usually worse than the original, Toy Story 2 again breaks the mold by coming through with a fantastic storyline, as Woody is stolen by a selfish toy collector who wants to sell him for a fortune, to be trapped in a museum forever.

  For adults, the series shines as well. The wealth of in-jokes is simply phenomonal. There are references to Star Wars, to old westerns, to literature, you name it. A whole book could be done on the ways in which these movies appeals to the older movie watcher.

  The voice actors are all well known - Don Rickles, Tim Allen, Tom Hanks, etc. etc. - and they do a stellar job. You really become attached to these toys, which are very dimensional and believable. You understand their failings and applaud their triumphs.

  Just getting the two movies on DVD might be enough - but then they made a THIRD DVD which is stuffed full of amazing extras!! How about a guide to the hidden jokes? Reviews of each character, each character's actor, and sketches and history of how they changed over time?

  The DVD explains with great video clips how a storyboard is made, how the sound is mixed, how the animation is done, and they even have special features where you can mix the sound YOURSELF to see how effect noises and music affect the movie. Plus SO much more.

  I would pay more than the movie DVD cost to get this extra DVD, because it is a superb way for both adults and children to learn a wealth of information about making movies and how things are done. Who knows, after watching the special DVD, your kids might suddenly decide to become a sound magician, or a lighting expert, because they see how these roles can have a huge impact on a film like this.

  I highly recommend that every household with a DVD get your hands on this three-pack, and if you don't have a DVD player, this is the perfect reason to get it. Even if you have the video copy, give that away to your local library and buy this. It is priceless.
  
  

• Leading edge lost its edge
  By A1IX9QPD07DQEX on 2000-06-22
  When toy story came out it marked not only a revolution in animation technology but the coming of a new age for Disney animated movies. Once more children were entertained by multi dimensional characters (in both ways ) but adults could also enjoy the experience. Combining a child hood dream, of the majority of adults, of our toys coming to life with superb animation and an actual storyline, Pixar produced one of the most enjoyable movies of recent years. Excellent support characters complementing engaging leads with numerous instantly classic scenes, the "You are a toy!" scene being just one. With an adult subtext to many moments, all audiences were entertained. The sequel introduced new characters, new situations and while not as instantly enjoyable as the first was still a great movie, containing subtexts, more developed human characters and many funny moments. Both films are complemented by fitting Randy Newman songs at perfect moments and the voices of Tom Hanks (Woody) and Tim Allen (Buzz), whos performances hit just the right note - chemistry, tension and humour.
  
  
• A real treat
  By A1A535W556ROBQ on 2003-10-06
  This is a beautifully packaged collection! Get one while supplies last, it may prove as valuable as a vintage Woody doll. Pixar really came up with something wonderful in these two stories, both provide such engaging accounts of one's [longing] for toys of the past. My kids treasure these two movies and the dialog is witty enough to draw parents into the stories. Toy Story II builds on the former, introducing a wider range of characters and offering a light-hearted parable on the collection mania in America. One too many out of the frying pan and into the fire situations for my taste, but the action keeps kids enthralled throughout. Hanks and Allen lend great voice to the battling lead characters, and there are many other wonderful voices as well. The only drawback (and it is a mild one) is not mixing Pixar toys with real family members. I think that would have made the stories even more compelling.
  
  
• Toy Story 2
  By A30NKF1ZM5066A on 2000-04-13
  I took my Niece to see it and expected it to begood but I was not prepared for what followed. What a terrific movie.Woody and Buz have worked through the problems that existed between them in the first Toy Story and have become the best of friends. I laughed throughout the movie. What humor, I loved the scene where Mrs. Potato Head is packing Mr. Potato Head for his trip to save Woody and she packs his angry eyes "just in case". The depth of the personalities, the humor and thoughtfulness of each of the characters makes me feel as though these are real people. I have put this movie on my list of "All Time Favorites" My Niece is 5 and I am 47 and we both loved it. I am eagerly waiting for it to be available for home viewing so I can own my own copy. Hats off to Disney and Pixar for a job well done.
  
  
• Best Animated Movie of All Time
  By APB4WRXL62F1B on 2000-10-03
  This movie blew me away. I loved the first one, yet this one was far better than the first. It is full of laughs, excitement, and a great storyline. These toys create a world that everyone wishes they could live in. And I am 22 years old. I am proud to say that this is my favorite movie! People of all ages will love this movie.
  
  
• Two Outstanding Movies in an Oustanding DVD
  By AX8SWWB9837TA on 2000-10-22
  I only buy great DVDs that really give me something extra for my money, and this is the best set I've bought yet, perhaps even the best set of DVDs ever made. Great movies, the best possible conversion, and more extras than you could ever hope to explore - this is worthy of your time and money!

  The Movies - If you missed one of both of these films, you've missed perhaps the best animated movies ever made. I can't possibly describe these wonderfully detailed plots and characters, but I will tell you that both films contain adult themes of loss and growing old, and are deeply moving. To see toys that we have all played with come to life - Mr Potato Head, Speak 'n Spell, Hot Wheels, Barbies, piggy banks, and one precious "operation" performed by little green plastic Army Men - this is pure movie magic. Kids are not required to watch these movies! Even granparents can relate. The original was the first completely computer-animated film, but it's effects are by no means primative - they are jaw-dropping. The sequel is more satisfying and engrossing than the first. There are actually moments in the sequel were the human beings look absolutely real. Of course, because of their subject matter, any child is guaranteed to watch these movies over and over.

  The DVDs - No other DVD can possibily match the visual conversion in this box set. Because the original movies were made entirely with computers, the animators simply had the entire film recreated specifically for the DVD medium. There are absolutely no scratches, no specks of dust, no artifacting, nothing wrong at all. I would dare say that it is physically impossible for a movie shot on film to look this good on DVD. The sound is wonderful as well, some of the best soundtracks in animation: crisp, full sound fx combined with nostalgic music and hilarious acting by Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, and a cast of other familiar voices.

  The Extras - Hours and hours of extras. The directors and writers give you a guided tour of every aspect of both both films - the character design, the virtual sets, test shoots, deleted scenes, previews, old Pixar short films, even "outakes" and "interviews" with the animated characters themselves. Wonderful stuff that will tell you more than you ever wanted to know! It's worth it - get this box set!
  
  

• Ultimate Set for the Toy Story Fan
  By A3IZR4B35NSC7U on 2000-12-12
  This 3-Disc Set is truly the 'Ultimate' set for the fans of Toy Story and Toy Story 2. If you havent seen one or both movies, They each are made with kids AND adults in mind, and there are plenty of in-jokes to look for while watching (Spoofs include Airplane, 2001, Star Wars, Spinal Tap, Close Encounters, and Die Hard just to name a FEW). There are even some funny gags from the second movie that play off the first. If your afraid the second falls into the category of 'typical animated sequel,' you'll be pleasantly surprised to find a movie I consider better than the first. The set is a veritable treasure chest of extras -- Toy Shorts from ABC Saturday morning ads, faux onscreen interviews, full-length commentary on both movies, isolated music and fx tracks, Dolby surround, International dubbing sampler, making-of featurette (not a shabby one either), a lesson on how they took a distinctly american transition from the second movie and tweaked it to suit international audiences, 2 animated shorts, and much, much more. I can't recommend this highly enough.
  
  
• A triumph!
  By A1CDZM5YMB61PD on 2000-12-14
  In this sequel to Toy Story, Woody (Tom Hanks) begins to fear that his usefulness as a toy is coming to end. When Woody is stolen, Buzz Lightyear (Tim Allen) organizes a rescue. While our erstwhile heroes are seeking Woody out, Woody finds out the truth about himself; it seems that in the '50s he was the star of a hit show - Woody's Round-up. Given a choice between returning to his owner (and facing the end of his usefulness), or staying with the Round-up gang and living forever in a toy museum, Woody is torn. Simultaneously, the rescue team is facing peril after peril, culminating in the ultimate confrontation - Buzz Lightyear versus the evil Emperor Zurg! [Color, created in 1999, with a running time of 92 minutes.]

  This movie is outstanding, and even better than the original! The darkness that shaded the original (Sid) is missing in this one, and the minor sadness is quickly replaced with adventure and hilarity. As an added bonus, the VHS includes the original Pixar cartoon Luxo Jr. and a set of outtakes (both originally seen in the theatre version), plus a video of the Riders in the Sky singing the Woody's Round-up Medley.

  The movie is entertaining and lighthearted, the soundtrack is entertaining, and the action is spellbinding. This is a great movie for all ages. I can't recommend it enough.
  
  

• Tons of fun for EVERYONE
  By A29LJVN6VN0KV9 on 2000-11-09
  I had fun with Toy Story - I really enjoyed the animation and the movie was fun... but when my children wanted to see number 2 I was not as excited. Did I laugh? There is something in this movie for everyone! Lots of humour that the children did not even catch on to, and I get a bit more each time I see it!

  This movie is better than the first, and has even more for the whole family than the first!
  
  

• The best DVD box set created to date! Simply amazing.
  By A2Q90UILXT8BNI on 2000-10-21
  If you're thinking of getting the Toy Story movies on DVD, then spend the extra money and get the box set over the 2-disc set. You wont be sorry. The box itself is pretty amazing - with a silver background that has sketches of the characters, and a big plastic protective cover with the color versions of Woody and Buzz. The plastic slides over the main silver box where the individual DVD cases are stored, and matches the sketch drawings. Very slick.

  The box set includes 3 DVDs: Toy Story, Toy Story 2, and a special third DVD jam-packed with so many extras from both movies, that it took me 2 hours to get through it all! You'll be amazed at all the work that went into creating the two features. It's fun to look through stuff like early sketches of Woody, interview clips with the stars who provided the voices (Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, etc), storyboards, trailers, publicity posters, outtakes, deleted scenes, and much much more. Did you know that the first draft for Toy Story was in 1991? Me either! Lots of little fun facts in there as well.

  Pixar really takes DVD technology seriously, and it shows with The Ultimate Toy Story Box set. This has become my new "show off" DVD, which I use to demonstrate the power of DVD technology to friends who are still using VCRs.

  I strongly recommend this to anyone who is a big fan of the Toy Story movies. The picture quality is wonderful. If you also love getting tons of extra features on DVD for your hard earned money, then you'll be in total heaven with this set.
  
  

• Hats off to Toy Story 2!
  By A281NPSIMI1C2R on 2000-11-14
  The animation in the second Toy Story movie is even better than the first. When the toy repair man comes to visit, I was amazed at the animation of the tool box. I want one of those! Such a pitty it is only available in animation land.
  
  I love the way the toys all try to take care of each other and stick together. There are so many funny things in this movie. Adults might be the only ones to catch onto some of the jokes. I sometimes wonder if these movies are made for adults or children. Perhaps it is the child in all of us that loves animation. You will think of toys differently or perhaps remember how you thought of them as a child.
  
  In the second movie, Cowboy Woody is all ready to go off to Cowboy camp when his arm is torn and he is left on the shelf. Soon thereafter he "hilariously" (carried by the very adorable dog) ends up in the yard sale where a toy collector discovers him. Soon some of the toys decide to rescue him. Through some great detective work they figure out where Woody is. The problem is that Woody feels sorry for Jessie who is scared to go back into the box until another Woody can be found. The Cowboy toys are all in a set, which is about to be shipped off to Japan. Without Woody, the set is not complete.
  
  As a fan of Tom Hanks, I love that he is the voice for Cowboy Woody. The Cowgirl Jessie is just so animated...to put it mildly. She is very enthusiastic! All the voice casting is perfect. Buzz Lightyear is of course the tough guy who is going to save the world. Mr. Potato Head is so cute. All the toys are animated to their full potential. I thought the horse was absolutely the best toy and really took on a personality. It reminded me more of a dog than a horse. Simply amazing computer animation and a must see!
  
  ~The Rebecca Review
  
  
• When does a sequel outshine the original? See THIS!
  By A1GPGBHBI6T2HJ on 2000-12-15
  This has GOT to be on the short list of movie sequels that are superior to the originals. First off I felt that an entirely digitally animated movie was incredible to begin with, and when I finally saw the original 'Toy Story' I was in awe of not just how technologically incredible it was, but how GOOD it was as well. Forget for a moment we are talking about ANIMATION...I think too many people believe that just because it wasn't live-action it simply wasn't worth an adults time. Thank heavens I have little children who want me to take them to these kinds of films so I won't feel embarassed as an adult walking into a so-called 'Children's movie'...but it just DOESN'T matter in the case of 'Toy Story' and this particularly amazing sequel. I have to hand it to the producers and writers for coming up with such a great story! First off you have to put yourself into the role of a toy, and think to yourself, "IF it WAS true that toys were alive, what kinds of problems might they encounter?" They certainly did come up with a plot that seems a perfect natural for this scenario. All of the voices do a superb job of giving life to these animated toys we see, so good in fact that I watched the entire film without once thinking to myself, "Hey, that's Tom Hanks and Tim Allen talking there!" You find very quickly that you are enveloped in this creative and might I add VERY FUNNY story which moves along at a great pace and well, even if you have seen it before, it is definitely worth another look...and if you have put off seeing this because its a 'kids film' get OVER it and see it. Good stuff no matter HOW old you are.
  
  
• Fun for the whole family
  By AXFI7TAWD6H6X on 2004-12-01
  It is rare for a sequel to surpass the original movie artistically as well as commercially. One of those rare sequels is "Toy Story 2". I didn't think it was possible for Disney and Pixar to create a sequel as good as the first "Toy Story" but they did. "Toy Story 2" is that rare treasure.
  
  In "Toy Story 2" Woody is stolen by Al, the toy collector who plans on selling his collection of Woody and the Round Up Gang to a Japanese toy collector. With Woody kidnapped, Buzz Lightyear, Ham, Slink, Mr. Potato Head, and Rex sets off to find their kidnapped companion. There are three new characters in the movie, Stinky Pete (voiced by Kelsey Grammar), Jessie (Joan Cusack), and Bullseye the horse. The writing and animation is superb. I really enjoyed the scenes with Woody, Jessie, Stinky Pete, and Bullseye. One of my personal scenes is when the toy collector calls in the old man to fix Woody's arm. The details in the animation is amazing and very realistic. I also loved the scenes when Jessie reminisces about her former owner Emily. It was very poignant without coming off as drippy. Sarah McLachlan's song added a melancholy feel to the scenes. Another great moment in the film was when Buzz and the gang were in the toy store looking for Al, the toy collector.
  
  "Toy Story 2" is one of my favorite Disney/Pixar collaborations. This is a film that can be enjoyed by all ages. It is also one of the best films ever, animated or not. The writing in this film is simply too good to ignore. I still enjoy watching this movie to this very day and not get tired of it.
  
  
• I like getting gouged
  By AU9HLZP9UKGT5 on 2005-02-17
  Disney, thanks for putting this set in to the "vault". All you've managed to do is create a market of bootlegs, imports and scam artists. How about prosecuting some of the scum?
  
  Thanks Disney.
  
  
• Toy Story 2 Review
  By A3DAFLVXUORG5S on 2000-06-22
  There are only a few films that I can name where the sequel outdoes the original and this has made it onto that list. No wonder this movie is kicks some serious animated booty at the box-office, it's the complete package. It's got a great story, wonderful characters, and to top it off it has no live actors to screw it up, although there are scenes in this film will make you think you were seeing live actors. The animation once again is impressive but only slightly a step up from the original. I found the human characters texturally better than the original and this is quite noticeable when comparing the children from the original. The toy collector and a cameo by another Pixar human are quite impressive too. But this movie isn't just about the wonderful animation as much as it is about the characters and story that they have created and that we love to watch.

  The gang is all back with a few new additions, adding more entertainment to the group that we already know. I can't get enough of these guys and gals. Woody, Buzz, Rex and Mr. Potato Head are always stealing the show, but now we've got a few others to make us laugh as well as feel their sorrow. The story is funny, complex, and thoroughly entertaining. It always amazes me at how an animated film can do so much more than one with live actors. The constraints of acting in a human body are gone and can be enhanced by animations, giving more impact to the feelings and environment that can't be attained in a regular feature. The themes about friendship and abandonment are excellent ways for both kids to learn and adults to reinforce and makes going to this film an experience that everyone will enjoy.

  And for all the movie buffs, techies, and trekkies out there, there are plenty of references to science fiction films right from the get go, which only added to the hilarity. I don't want to give away anything about the film, but I will tell you that you get your money's worth and more. So far this year, all the animated features I have seen, have been more outstanding than many of the supposed Oscar contenders. It's too bad that these films don't get more recognition than they do. I'd nominate Toy Story and the Iron Giant if anyone would listen.
  
  

• One more time...
  By A2EUR74UXH5PQW on 2000-10-30
  I've seen this movie 4 times, and three were in the theatre. Now that I own it... well, who knows? Suffice it to say, child or adult, I haven't watched this movie with anyone who didn't laugh their way through it. I'm not sure what makes this movie so fantastic. It might be the amazing Pixar animation that leaves you wondering if they aren't sneaking in some "real stuff." It might be the great characters. Or it might be the intelligent humor that gently spoofs the world and other movies in a way that appeals to children and adults. Whatever it is, I'm going to keep watching and telling the jokes to my friends. And a note to those who watch this movie, you are in for a real treat if you can stick around for the outtakes.
  
  
• Just as good or better than the first.
  By A2UQYFZZXPPBJO on 2005-01-22
  I purchased this DVD for my 4 year old daughter. She calls it "Jessie the yodeling cowgirl movie" . It is a very cute movie and all the characters are great. I would recommend it to anyone who liked the first one. Sequel's are not usually as good as the first but this movie is just as good, maybe better.
  
  
• Toy Story 2 is a very funny movie
  By on 2000-03-06
  I loved this movie. It was very funny and had really good actors and characters
  
  
• ultimately the best DVD!
  By AA7F9CIBYML1O on 2000-10-18
  This was an eagerly anticpated DVD set and I must say I was not disappointed. Most everyone out there knows the storylines, so I won't get into that. Rather, I just want to thank Pixar and Disney for assembling nothing short of a mind-boggling amount of supplemental material and producing two movies that, seen and heard through a proper home theatre set-up are astounding. The picture quality makes you feel like (to quote Entertainment Weekly) "your retinas have been squeegeed". It is astonishingly clear, with well-rendered, vivid colors and excellent shading. The sound (THX certified) is the best I have heard on DVD, and I own dozens of titles. Toy Story & Toy Story 2 will now be the benchmark I use to show off and fine tune my system. This Ultimate Toy Box is THE set to own, especially if you are enthralled with the "makings of" part of extra features. What more can I say....just point, click and BUY THIS SET!
  
  
• A Great movie set with incredible extras
  By A3DF6EAZ020LUI on 2000-11-02
  Toy Story 2 is the perfect DVD movie...after all it was digitally created,and there are no film-to-digital transfer problems. So the movie is crystal clear and has incredible colors.

  Then there's the Dolby Digital soundtrack. Set your DVD player for 5.1 playback, turn on the Home Theatre system and just wait! Since it's animated, sound effects and music fly every which way! It's a great experience, almost as good as being in a theatre.

  With this DVD set, you also get outtake shorts, which were first introduced in Disney's "A Bug's Life."

  Of course, since the movie was created digitally, it's impossible to have "real" outtakes (which in the movie business are scenes cut from a film because of some technical problem such as actors flubbing lines or being out of place on the set), so these new "scenes" were created just for the lucky DVD buyers! Some of them are really funny!

  There's also commentary and details of how the movie was created, animation behind-the-scenes clips, and a great preview of Disney's next Pixar-produced feature, Monsters, Inc. It's so real, it's scary!

  If you liked either of these excellent movies (or have kids in the house), you'll love this new set. It's the perfect addition to the animation-lover's DVD collection.
  
  

• An excellent gift for a child or an adult!
  By A6GJ70R1C65QD on 2000-11-14
  Toy Story and Toy Story 2 are among the classics of animation! It's lots of fun to sit back, watch Toy Story and then follow it up with Toy Story 2, which is just as vibrant, funny, and heartwarming as the first one. Toy Story 2 concerns itself with what happens when Woody is abducted by an evil, money-grubbing toy collector. Without making it into a lecture, the movie points out the ugly greed of toy collecting for profit, not fun. The movie gently asserts that toys are for us to play with and to enjoy, not to be stuffed on to a shelf to gather dust. It'll break your heart when you see Wheezy included among the yard sale items; you'll want to rescue him yourself. TS 2 introduces a funny, non-enlightened version of Buzz, and the real Buzz thinks out loud, "Was I ever this deluded?" Turns out that the 2nd Buzz is necessary to the story, even though he's a pompous Space Ranger.

  TS 2 also includes some special touches that carry over from TS. The Pizza Planet delivery truck makes an appearance in TS2, and the results are hilarious when the toys attempt to drive. At one point, the toys must cross the street to get to Al'S Toy Barn, and they do this by hiding under orange road cones, with hilarious/disastrous results -- it reminds you of how Woody and Buzz sneaked into Pizza Planet in TS. It's little touches like these that really illustrate how much they tried to make TS2 feel like the original.

  The extras on the DVD are great, especially the outtakes reel. There's previews for upcoming releases, one of which is "Monsters, Inc." The whole set is definitely worth the money and would make an awesome gift for any TS fan!
  
  

• Brings Our Family CLoser
  By A2P0JBWV1KO80F on 2000-11-27
  These 2 movies always seem to make our entire family laugh together and not at each other for a change. I like them alot. You will too. AT 15 I'm only supposed to like hip-hop stuff. But Buzz IS hip!
  
  
• Add this one to your own Toy Box
  By A1YWSMEO9199PO on 2000-12-06
  If you want to buy a copy of Toy Story, this is the *ONLY* way to go! The DVD versions of TS and TS2 are far superior to any VHS copies. The digital footage is absolutely stunning and the quality is perfect. No scratches, no dust, no spots. If you are fortunate enough to own a Surround Sound system in your home you'll notice a difference as well with the THX optimode featured on these DVD versions. I've seen TS on VHS on my THX system and it was decent. But with the DVD's THX optimode you truly go back to the theater. The "action" scenes are much better as the sounds move from channel to channel, especially in large scale scenes with the rocket and airport. They're a thousand times more crisp than the VHS version. The third DVD is a nice bonus, too, with an entertaining interactive menu full of content to keep you busy for hours. The outtakes, the making of, and the TS treats are definitely worth catching. I highly recommend this collection for any Disney/Pixar fan.
  
  
• Six thumbs up from our family!
  By A330IA5D5LQCG2 on 2000-12-22
  I didn't know how Pixar would top Toy Story, but they did. A rarity, Toy Story 2 is a sequel that bests the original. The tables are turned: Buzz has to save Woody, and once again from a contemptable human. Can he do it? Will all the toys chip in and help? What do you think?

  The new main toy characters, Jessie the Yodeling Cowgirl, and the Old Prospector, are wonderfully voiced by Joan Cusak and TV's Frasier-- Kelsey Gramar. Sarah Maclaughlin sings a beuatiful and touching song for the montage, which is about the pain a toy feels when the child grows up and no longer loves it. (Sniff, sniff.) She should have one the oscar for it!
  
  

• Toy Story (10th Anniversary Edition)
• Monsters, Inc. (Two-Disc Collector's Edition)
• A Bug's Life (Two-Disc Collector's Edition)
• Finding Nemo (Two-Disc Collector's Edition)
• The Incredibles (Two-Disc Collector's Edition)