Dana and Tom with returning guest, Terry Bartley (author and host of Most Writers are Fans podcast), discuss Toy Story 3 (2010) for its 15th anniversary: directed by Lee Unkrich, written by Michael Arndt, cinematography by Jeremy Lasky and Kim White, music by Randy Newman, starring Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Joan Cusack, John Ratzenberger, Don Rickles, Wallace Shawn, Ned Beatty, and Michael Keaton.

Plot Summary: Toy Story 3 is a heartfelt animated adventure that follows Woody, Buzz Lightyear, and the rest of Andy’s toys as they face an uncertain future. With Andy heading off to college, the toys are mistakenly donated to a daycare center where they meet new friends—and some unexpected enemies. As they struggle to return home, they must confront questions of loyalty, identity, and what it means to be loved. The film blends humor, action, and emotion, culminating in a poignant farewell that resonates with audiences of all ages.

Guest:

Terry Bartley 

• Author (https://www.terrybartleywriter.com/), Tyranny of the Fey available on Amazon
• Host (Most Writers are Fans podcast)
• D&D Twitch Stream - ESP Productions: https://www.twitch.tv/videos/2450557464
• Previous Episode(s): The Fugitive (1993), Batman (1989)

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction, Cast List, and Welcome Back Terry

04:37 Why is Toy Story Still So Resonant?

13:41 Background for Toy Story 3

15:18 Relationship(s) with Toy Story 3

18:00 What is Toy Story 3 About?

22:44 Our Personal Toy Story Rankings

25:56 Plot Summary for Toy Story 3

26:42 Did You Know?

31:26 First Break

32:17 What's Happening with Terry Bartley?

34:37 Best Performance(s)

42:44 Best Scene(s)

50:35 Second Break

51:15 In Memoriam

55:34 Best/Funniest Lines

57:57 The Stanley Rubric - Legacy

01:03:46 The Stanley Rubric - Impact/Significance

01:12:36 The Stanley Rubric - Novelty

01:16:24 The Stanley Rubric - Classicness

01:24:18 The Stanley Rubric - Rewatchability

01:28:36 The Stanley Rubric - Audience Score and Final Total

01:30:11 Remaining Questions for Toy Story 3

01:41:10 Thank You to Terry and Final Thoughts

01:46:48 Credits

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Keywords:

Toy Story 3, Pixar, animation, legacy, nostalgia, character performances, audience reception, emotional moments, growing up, cultural significance, Tom Hanks, Randy Newman, Tim Allen, Joan Cusack, Woody, Buzz Lightyear, Bullseye, Don Rickles, Wallace Shawn, Ned Beatty, Michael Keaton, Disney

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