Toy Story 5 Has Divided Critics – But There's One Thing They Can Agree On

Has the franchise really lost its Buzz in this latest instalment?

Woody, Buzz, Jessie and the gang are back in action in the fifth Toy Story movie.

This time around, the toys are battling an invasion of technology into their home, as they fret over the arrival of a tablet-like device called Lilypad that their eight-year-old owner, Bonnie, has been gifted.

Critics are so far divided about the new Pixar film, with some feeling like the franchise is starting to repeat itself, while others were happy to be reunited with the beloved cast of characters.

The one thing they can all agree on is the importance of the film’s technology-conscious message and how valid its concerns about kids growing up too quickly is.

In fact, the story is especially timely for UK audiences, as Toy Story 5’s release comes just days after prime minister Keir Starmer announced plans for a forthcoming social media ban for those under the age of 16.

So, has Toy Story actually lost its Buzz with its fifth instalment? Here is what the critics had to say…

“[Technology is something] we’re all – whether you’re an adult, child or, indeed, toy – struggling to keep up with, and this is conveyed brilliantly across the film. But even outside of these themes, Toy Story 5 also touches effectively on the difficulties so many of us feel when trying to make connections, and the unique joy that comes with finally achieving it.”

“It’s funny and charming on a level with the first three films, even if it pulls a couple of punches. Pixar’s not just toying........

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