Pixar's Toy Story 5 introduces new antagonist, a tech-savvy tablet
Pete Docter, Pixar's chief creative officer, presented exclusive behind-the-scenes clips from Toy Story 5 at the Anncey International Animation Film Festival on Friday (Jun 13).
Docter unveiled the film's first two minutes, which included a reveal of the film's new antagonist – a frog-themed tablet named Lily Pad, belonging to eight-year-old owner Bonnie Anderson.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Toy Story 5 is set in a tech-driven world and will delve into the struggles faced by traditional toys as they compete with digital distractions. With the tagline, 'Toy meets Tech', the story will follow Woody, Buzz Lightyear and the rest of the team as they navigate a new generation of children who are more captivated by screens than physical toys.
The opening scene also highlighted a container full of Buzz Lightyears stranded on a desert island, each awakening and trying to reconnect with star command, Buzz's internal control system. The thrilling opening teases another high-stakes adventure that fans can look forward to.
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