The Big Picture

  • 'Toy Story' has always taken creative risks with its animation and storytelling, and the franchise balances child-friendly stories with darker, intense moments.
  • The storyline of 'Toy Story 3' incorporates elements of the prison movie genre, with the toys facing the corrupt system of a daycare run by a nefarious teddy bear.
  • 'Toy Story 3' is influenced by prison break films like 'The Great Escape' and 'Cool Hand Luke,' with references and Easter eggs that show a deep respect for the genre.