At first Woody tries to be friendly toward Buzz, but as Buzz continues to take Woody's place, Woody's jealousy increases. It doesn't help that Buzz maintains he's the real Buzz Lightyear who's trying to repair his ship so he can return to space and go "To infinity and beyond," or that the other toys accept him. In a moment of weakness, Woody accidentally pushes Buzz out the window, into the clutches of the toy-destroying neighbor boy. The other toys ostracize Woody for his callousness, and to earn back their friendship and respect, Woody must rescue Buzz. From then on Woody tries to make amends by saving Buzz, and the two end up going through one adventure after another to get back home before the family moves.

The computer animated Toy Story is a wonderful buddy movie about two toys at odds who have to count on each other to survive. The story works well because both Woody and Buzz are full-fledged characters who experience a range of emotions in coming to terms with who they are.

Toy Story has also taken animated features to another level by creating a stylistic richness that makes other animated films appear dull. But animation isn't the only achievement for this film. Any film succeeds or fails based on the script and the story it's trying to tell, and Toy Story more than succeeds, at times touching, funny and exciting.

Director John Lasseter has mixed the story, animation, vocals and sound track (by Randy Newman) together perfectly to create a movie for all ages. Although the focus is definitely towards boys, it's entertaining enough for everyone. One note for parents: Toy Story may be a little intense for very small children.