Toy Story is About Our Fear of Abandonment
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Sign up for Skillshare: skl.sh/thetake49 | The Toy Story franchise brings us a lot of joy - but deep down it's really about one of our greatest fears - the fear of abandonment. Here's our take on how Woody, Buzz and their fellow toys make us overcome this universal, life-long horror that plague children and parents alike. If you like this video, subscribe to our channel or support us on Patreon: / thetake
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@iisgray
5 жыл бұрын
I was surprised to hear a masculine voice, but damn if it isn't smooth and calming just like the rest of The Take's cast. Welcome aboard Isaac
@johnmartin4119
5 жыл бұрын
Do an analysis of Lion King Please
@1bridge11
5 жыл бұрын
@@iisgray Maybe the channel was afraid of getting hit with a sexual discrimination lawsuit.
@nicholaspiks61
5 жыл бұрын
Do a barrel roll!
@iisgray
5 жыл бұрын
@@1bridge11 I sincerely doubt that, but I also wasn't looking for an explanation, especially one that discounts the possibility that Isaac got the job as a result of being good at it.
Toy Story is basically just a series of toys taking turns at having existential crises.
@bennett2874
5 жыл бұрын
Jared Clark Not exactly, the first three films were about abandonment. Wood in TS4 and is neglected but him and sporky finally find meaning and value
@ErickSoares3
4 жыл бұрын
@@bennett2874 In the first Buzz had an existential crises...
@BeaverChainsaw
4 жыл бұрын
@@ErickSoares3 And that's not a bad thing! It really amplifies the theme of abandonment and identy.
“you can love something and still need to let it go” that’s very appropriate in light of toy story 4. don’t mind me i’ll just be here bawling my eyes out
@judywright4241
5 жыл бұрын
ruoweii ---I’m not crying! It’s very humid in my bedroom!😢
@princessangel821
5 жыл бұрын
😭😭😭Don't mind me😭😭😭😭Just chopping some onions😫😭😭
@paloma4444
5 жыл бұрын
I'm not sure to what extent I agree with this. I mean, you should at least *try* to hold on to things you love, right?
@trinaq
5 жыл бұрын
Yes, it's not just referring to the toys dealing with abandonment, but also to all of us who growing up loving the franchise, and realize that all good things must come to an end.😃
@DJC955
5 жыл бұрын
@@paloma4444 Hold onto the memories you made and the positive feelings and life lessons you learned, but to truly show you love something, or more specifically someone you have to let them find their own identity in life and let them go. Letting doesn't mean to exile them out of you life.
I'm used to a female voice when watching the take so it was a little jarring when issac spoke but your voice is actually very nice. Welcome to the take family Issac.
@carluyabut2824
5 жыл бұрын
Yeah it's kinda like a very nice male equicalent of the silky smooth Take voices tbh
Toy Story is about the fear of abandonment, breaking out of conventional lifestyles and finding your own happiness.
@Jeromeromesheltonrecordspolice
5 жыл бұрын
tsuyayaka1 boom
@kirkdarling4120
5 жыл бұрын
But it didn't actually get there until TS4
@zanessafan6351
3 жыл бұрын
I still need to find my own happiness
That Toy Story 1 Andy was kinda horrifying. The animation has come a long way.
@beccadee0935
5 жыл бұрын
Fr
@thegamingking7504
5 жыл бұрын
Same
@Aquagreen53
5 жыл бұрын
Oh you think Andy is scary. Watch buzz or Woody blinking in the first film.
@tinygrass6867
4 жыл бұрын
I love the first film but I can’t watch 😣
@Fidozo15
4 жыл бұрын
Sorry if I'm late but Toy Story is the First 3d Animated film ever. That's why it looks like poop
What is really interesting is, even though all toys dedicate their existence to bringing joy to Andy, they aren't much bothered by the fact that much of the boy's attention goes to Woody. Woody even hatches plans with them to get even more alone time with the boy, and everyone willingly plays along.
@flatfacedcat
5 жыл бұрын
Probably because they recognize that Woody is the favorite, and will forego their own joy to secure Andy's happiness (gained by playing with Woody).
@adi-qf2wb
5 жыл бұрын
woody gets the most playtime without contest because he has the hardest job behind the scenes
@MercurialMoon
4 жыл бұрын
I think they're just used to it. Usually people just don't get jealous of somebody for having something they never had.
@MercurialMoon
4 жыл бұрын
@@HelenMoonlightBM11 1. he convinced the other toys to stay in the attic because he didn't know a better place for them to be 2. didn't he eventually decide to let andy donate them 3. he was gonna stay in the closet before he found a new purpose for his life, which the other toys did not when andy was going off to college
@MercurialMoon
4 жыл бұрын
@@HelenMoonlightBM11 Firstly, if Andy decides to donate Woody, then Woody is not his anymore. He might be sad if he finds out that Woody is gone, but that's what happens when you decide to give away your toy. And yeah Woody did betray Bonnie, but that's not just because he thinks bonnie doesn't need him anymore, but that he also has something more important to do. Also yeah even if Bonnie needs him, his heart is still with Andy and can't get used to the life of being Bonnie's toy, because just like the film said, "Bonnie is not Andy." After years of being Andy's toy I don't think Woody is actually ready to be another kid's toy,. He needs to take a little break. It's as if you get into a new relationship right after you broke up with someone you'd been with for years. Also I don't think you need to be that serious with the plot. All you need to know is that the film is trying to show you what will Woody do if no child needs him. Yeah maybe Bonnie not playing with Woody for a few days is a bad choice of the plot, but at least you can get the idea.
It's interesting to note that Sid, the antagonist in the first movie is lonely, and has a dead beat alcoholic dad, and even though he doesn't see the toys as being living objects actually makes twisted art, which in the real world could actually receive acclaim, as an outlet for his frustration.
@PeninsulaPaintings
2 жыл бұрын
I think Toy Story 4 (if it is the last of the franchise) could've had a side plot to do with Sid and his life-changing revelation that toys have sentience, even if it's likely that no person believes him. There are so many routes they could've done with this! Have Sid be an antagonist again as he tries to reveal their sentience to the world to prove he's not crazy, or alternatively he becomes remorseful for the years of toy abuse and becomes a toy rescuer/restorator etc. This character has a lot of potential and yet he only got a few second cameo in Toy Story 3 - it was cute they got the same voice actor, but a bit of a wasted use of his character imo.
@MrMarinus18
Жыл бұрын
Yeah Sid as a villain is one I'm a little iffy about. Cause you could also see that as a positive thing where his toys are created out of his own passion and creativity instead of being manufactured by capitalist factories.
@tinkerbestie
Жыл бұрын
@@PeninsulaPaintings Why does this comment not have more likes? I love this Idea.
@user-fx7mq9yl3p
2 ай бұрын
Alcoholic dad? I don't see it in the movie
I think the reason so many people were divided over Toy Story 4 was due to where people stand with where they are in their grieving process when it comes to dealing with abandonment. I think your explanation of each villain's perspective in the 4 films was perfectly portrayed. Awesome Work!!!
Aahhh abandonment issues. Good times, good times. No wonder I love this series so much.
Toy Story will forever make me a child.
Just like us Woody grew up. Such a well thought out movie series, I'm 33 and now I feel bad about my Woody I got after the 1st movie came out. Maybe my mom still has him in the basement
As a psych major , this is the first analysis I came up with. We all want to be loved and cared for . We all fear being abandoned by loved ones. Then we have kids of our own n fear being abandoned, by them ,even though it’s some what inevitable. Even though I’m not a parent , this is hurtful too see.
the toys are like different perspectives that we have in our minds, like buzz is the part of us that's trying to be tough when we feel just as helpless as everyone else, the dinosaur is the part of us that gets afraid easily, etc etc
The Take: *mentions any Toy Story movie* Me: *sobs deeply*
I’m in tears watching this. How am I going to get through Toy Story 4?
@marym1425
5 жыл бұрын
You aren't i wAtched it and omg i criiiiieeed
@1bridge11
5 жыл бұрын
@@marym1425 As I read both of your melodramatic comments, I can see see why feminism is a joke and a failure.
@marym1425
5 жыл бұрын
@@1bridge11 ??? Are we not allowed to portray emotion? I am exaggerating for the sake of humor if your small mind cannot comprehend
@1bridge11
5 жыл бұрын
@@marym1425 I didn't laugh, therefore it wasn't humorous. The two of you prove another stereotype about the ladies: women aren't funny.
@marym1425
5 жыл бұрын
@@1bridge11 what is your problem? You didnt find it funny, whatever humor is subjective, but if you live by stereotypes then your life must be so depressing, so why not live in reality where women are people, who stand up for themselves when necessary and can be funny to those who share their type of humour and can cry when sad or take control in the midst of chaos. Get off your high horse.
I was so confused. I was like this isn't the Take. Lmao. Welcome Isaac, hope to hear more of your insight in the future
@gamuiceyt01
5 жыл бұрын
AK V riiiight. I was confused too.
@tmmnago2722
5 жыл бұрын
what channel was he from?
@shortstuff780
5 жыл бұрын
@@tmmnago2722 dunno. Apparently he's a new voice for The Take.
@trinaq
5 жыл бұрын
Ditto, I was expecting Grace or Susanna, but I got used to Isaac's voice before too long. Welcome to The Take Family, Isaac!😍
@m_winewood
4 жыл бұрын
I like your attitude
It’s true. This clicked when I could relate to Woody watching Andy grow up and looking after Bonnie tirelessly, yet never being thanked for it. I’m not a parent, but an older sibling, and I played a parental role in her rearing.
Toy Story 1: Letting go of your ego in favor of helping someone else Toy Story 2: Letting go of your fear in favor of staying in the present Toy Story 3: Letting go of your past so you can move onto the future Toy Story 4: Letting go of your identity in favor of becoming something new yet equally important
Damn, Isaac. You really made me appreciate my parents that much more just now.
@trinaq
5 жыл бұрын
Likewise, that's what I love the most about "The Take", their insightful analysis always give us food for thought, and make us appreciate their messages all the more!😊
I’ve always cried during Toy Story and now you’ve given me reason to cry more. Thank you. It’s beautiful.
The Take should do a video on Stephen King's "Misery" as an explanation of "Toxic Fandom". You know, like the people who are so invested in other's people's creations that when those same creators decide to change their aesthetic, or narrative choices, the fan reacts with anger and resentment.
@Nikk-Astyr
5 жыл бұрын
Holly crap that's actually a really good idea, especially with current fandoms like Game of Thrones, Marvel/DC and Star Wars
@lakshaykochhar9802
5 жыл бұрын
@@Nikk-AstyrThe game of thrones one, actually makes sense.
@sloanekella6385
4 жыл бұрын
jmchez so basically Star Wars. Still don’t get the hate but some people are just crazy.
@generalhorse493
4 жыл бұрын
Ummm...thing is the meaning of that film is already made pretty clear by the film itself and is commonly known. There's nothing really there to talk about or uncover that the film doesn't already. It'd be like doing a video on "Toxic Fandom" with the Futurama episode with Stark Trek and Melllvar
Make the MOST out of every moment. When it reaches an end, look towards creating another. :)
I just want Woody back with Andy and to be passed on to Andy’s kids :,(
The scripts for this channel are absolutely phenomenal. So many kudos to whoever writes them!
FINALLY a video about animations, I missed you, please make a video about about Sleeping Beauty, this movie has interesting religious
This is a very well written analysis of the series of the 4 Toy Story movies. This gives great insight into the deeper meaning behind these cinematic masterpieces. Well done.
Wow, no wonder their movies are so great. Right now, I am 16 years old and a junior in high school. It will be almost time to graduate from childhood/grade school to adulthood/college and it honestly scares me. It is scary after so many years, I won't be a kid anymore. I will be out the house and starting a new chapter out of my life. I know nothing won't stop it from coming and it's still scary, but I'll enjoy the months leading up to it. Anyone else feel anything similar to this?
Now I'm sad for selling my GI Joe collection for a play station that doesn't work anymore
“Once they accept it the fear of abandonment is no longer so scary because all those year leading up the goodbye were worth it” that is something that can be related to real life think of a way to put that message into way you can reassure yourself when you are afraid.
omg does anything in this franchise not make me angry cry. I can't wait to see 4, these themes are so rich. So deeply tragic. This is such a classic series.
@m_winewood
4 жыл бұрын
Lmaoooo angry cry 😂😂
"Force us to face the repressed horror that underlines our existence" Um wat, I'm gonna need my favourite teddy to sit through this one 🐻😋
i'm so so glad they managed to not butcher it and make it perfect
The Take finally had me realize the positive side of MY fear of abandonment...ic
This is one of the best videos on KZread, great job dude! Literally in tears from hearing your words :)
Dark scenes in every Toy Story Movie: 1: Woody and Buzz escaping Sid's clutches 2 the Airport scene involving Stinky Pete 3 the Incinerator scene
"All the years leading to the goodbye, were worth it" how am i crying at a video anyalysis HUHUHU I CANT WITH THIS
I appreciate this video so much 💕✨ I never thought of the underlying theme, but it makes sense why I hold these films so dear to me.
@trinaq
5 жыл бұрын
Likewise, much like "Finding Nemo", I'm really starting to appreciate the hidden themes and metaphors that are subtly present throughout, which just makes me love it all the more!💖
Thank you The Take for enlightening and wording out what these movies portray for older audiences. Your videos continually inform me of so many things that child me hadn't noticed and it's so refreshing to view these movies in a better light. And damn do your videos always make me cry, they're beautiful and keep up the amazing work.
I’ve always known Toy Story to be about our fear of abandonment but have never recognised it due to my own fear of it. It’s great that you’ve analysed this fear and how we can overcome issues related to abandonment. And welcome to the Team Isaac!
Love your parents kids. Also, welcome Isaac!!!
I agree, great analysis... Yet I would have preferred a Toy Story 4 about Woody meeting Andy again as an adult, or even an old man. First he was a son, then he was a father, in the end he can meet him as a brother and a friend. And maybe, just maybe, they could've even - finally - shared some words. But who knows, that might still be a possibility for Toy Story 5.
man i so can't wait to see toy story 4 next weekend (hopefully) and i very much 100% agree to all you've said about them movies for infinity and beyond
Wow... Did you do something with your voice?
_MY HOW THE TABLES HAVE TURNED..._ *Me:* Sid turned himself into a toy that he's completely stuck inside the box for all eternity.
@c.d.dailey8013
5 жыл бұрын
Ha. Served him right. The toys did give him a good scare, and that was satisfying revenge.
@MayMay-qn2dd
5 жыл бұрын
How the turntables...
This movie succeeds where "Sausage Party" failed: finding yourself outside of what the world says who you are.
@m_winewood
4 жыл бұрын
Idk if it failed it maybe you just didnt like it
"The toys will have a great home with Bonnie" And then Toy Story 4 happened to Woody...
I cant stop crying this video just slapped me with so much nostalgia
Hardly stopped nodding my head in agreement to this. It’s thematically fascinating this franchise. Part of what makes this franchise so resonating to people around the world is that it reminds people of their imagination and association with growing up.
Using Lady Bird clips in a Toy Story video... I see what you did there.
I love this accurate description this makes me wanna watch toy story all over again because I never understood it was about rejection when I was a kid now I understand it thanks to u
Why am I crying?
Always my favorite channel who bring meaning to thing I loved! Keep up! So emotional seeing Toy Story 4... But yes! Reinventing and letting go is necessary in life
It's amazing how children's film teach us so much and our rom coms completely destroy our ideas of love.
And I just realized how much my mom’s and I’s relationship is fucked up. She literally reminds me what she’s going to do after I go of to college anytime it comes up
I came here for an analysis on a great movie and I didn’t expect I’d leave bawling my eyes out
The toy story 4 ending was so sad.
This is a great video. Toy Story is such a great franchise. It's got so much heart it's amazing.
Beautiful video 😍😍 welcome to the take! What a start!
Yall have me in my feelings this morning
I literally cried at the theatre when I realized woody was gonna stay behind. I cried so fucking much and then came the scene and I was like I knew it noooooo:(((
Love this channel videos. Its so great to see what you guys are seeing when you watch these movies. Thanks for these videos. They don't just solve puzzles about the movies,these videos inspire me in a way.
This was such an incredibly well-written video, thank you so much 😭
please make a video about A Bug’s Life!
Nice voice! Welcome Isaac! 💛
So profound. I love your series!
Suddenly it all makes sense why I've never been able to finish any toy story movie..... this video too 😅
This explains why I'm obsessed with these movies since I was 5
I was surprised to hear a new voice. Welcome to the team, excellent analysis on one of my favorite Disney series. I would love a video on The Lion King in the future my other favorite Disney series.
Literally sobbing watching this omg
this was deep bro
It makes so much sense, thinking about it everyone I know who is nihilistic and tries to convince other people to be nihilistic have had horrible childhoods, or still hate their parents as an adult
The part about the transient nature of things makes me think of the Dao De Jing, which references this.
i love this channel so much 🥺
Toy Story is so amazing, I'll watch the new film in a few days and I hope it's as good as the other three or even better :D
This movie was my childhood. I cried the 4th movie more than the 3rd movie bcuz of how it ended it was bittersweet but aslo the very last time u see them which makes it sad u had 2 say good bye of what u knew and move on and I think it was done well.
Hello, Isaac, pleased to meet you! Awesome video, looks forward to see you in the future.
You mentioned that they view Andy as a godlike figure. I think it speaks to more than just abandonment. It is also the loss of meaning and purpose in life. We fixate our purpose or meaning on one singular entity (such as a person or career). Toy Story 4 ends with a plurality of purposes and meanings for Woody and Bo. Think similarly to how Pixar answered the question of purpose and meaning in Soul. Life and meaning are granted by the memory the child in these films. Hence why Wheezy feels sick in the second one. Lotso has practically lost his soul in the third one. They forget the Earth in Wall-E and it begins to die before they return (and therefore their memory does) and vegetation begins again. Those who are forgotten in Coco, die the second death.
*Toy Story 4 is About Our Fear of Abandonment scenes* 1. Toy Story 4 is About Our Fear of Abandonment Intro (0:00.2:06) 2. Skillshare (2:06-2:36) 3. The Child’s Fear of Abandonment (2:36-6:45) 4. The Parent’s Fear of Abandonment (6:45-9:04) 5. Overcoming the Fear: The Certainty of Abandonment (9:04-13:41) 6. Toy Story 4 is About Our Fear of Abandonment Conclusion (13:41-14:56) 7. Meet Isaac (14:56-15:48) 8. Credits (15:48-16:07)
Gosh! Toy story always gets me. Can't help but year up whenever I think of it.
The dialogue in the clips you've selected feels all the more eerie due to the dramatic, horror-esque background music.
Welcome Isaac! Fantastic video.
how can your channel be so good? I love your reviews
Those of us with BPD relate very hard to Toy Story :(
Really enjoying the channel! Great work folks!
This is the best video that i've come across on toy story.
I needed this
I think this also similarly applies to WALL•E and what it means to surpass just your surface level “goal” or directive, we see through WALL•E how he moved past his directive and made a life of his own and through his experience and time, whilst Eve by contrast is so fixated on her mission she neglects and ignores the life around her and gets frustrated probably feeling like a failure when in contrast WALL•E’s world now revolves around her, so when he’s hurt and he gives her the plant, she throws it away proclaiming him as her new directive and now just wants to get him home and being the reason she still decides to get the plant. Goddamnit Pixar and making me feel an existential crisis with every movie, especially Soul.....
This video actually gave some anxiety
Woody was definitely a child's play thing to me when I was a kid growing up.
Yay! A new team member is added here on THE TAKE. Welcome Isaac! 😊
Reads title* Me: Ahhhh water is wet.
//When forky jumps// Woody: *inaudible wheezing*
I agree with this video thank you for putting it out there to everyone, I disagree with "The person at the center of our world wont need or want us anymore" do you mean in death? because of death that does not mean that person does not want us
Wow, this hit me right in the feels. 😭
@kieranstark7213
4 жыл бұрын
The same way the Toy Story quadrilogy itself did.
I'm watching this for the second time and I'm crying again
I could get ready to go for work, or I could just sit and cry at this video
crying to this rn
Hi Isaac! Nicely done, interesting video!
Whoah, Andy’s surname is Davis? 1:19