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Allen: Early Toy Story Looked 'Weird,' Then Found Comedy
2 Jun
Summary
- Critics initially doubted the first computer-animated film.
- Woody became more understanding, Buzz was intentionally dumber.
- Taylor Swift dreamed of writing for adored childhood characters.
The groundbreaking 1995 film Toy Story, initially met with skepticism from critics who perceived it as a simple children's movie, defied expectations with its compelling narrative and sharp script.
Despite its innovative fully computer-animated visuals, which Allen described as initially looking "weird" to audiences accustomed to traditional animation, the film's clever story and relatable characters captured imaginations.
Creative development involved refining Woody and Buzz's personalities, moving away from constant conflict. Woody was made more understanding, while Buzz's character was intentionally written as more naive, unaware he was a toy.
Adding to the film's legacy, singer Taylor Swift contributed a new song, "I Knew It, I Knew You," fulfilling a lifelong dream of writing for characters she adored since childhood.
