Uses and Gratifications:

Toy Story is a 1995 children's Disney Pixar film, however it is a favourite of mine nonetheless. I watch it for entertainment purposes to escape or divert myself from problems. It is an easygoing, relaxing film that doesn't require too much thinking or concentration because it has a simple and easy to follow plot. It would also be watched to fill time, because again it isn't something that needs to be focused on and it can be watched over and over. I would watch this with younger viewers, for example young relatives or friends to carry out social roles, as, for example an older brother or babysitter. It isn't scary or rude, and is rated a U, so is suitable for younger audiences too. It would also enable me to connect with family and friends because it gives us something to enjoy together. Following the orginal Toy Story is Toy Story 2 in 2000 and Toy Story 3 in 2010. These films were both very popular, and with social media improving, Toy Story 3 especially was discussed online. By watching these follow up films it gives a basis of conversation and social interaction, to discuss what we thought of it and debate if any views were contrasting, for example, thinking the third film was a good or bad send off or more technical discussions regarding new animations and the introduction of 3D film. As it is a film from my childhood I would re watch it to gain insight into one's self, to relive my childhood and allow it to bring back old memories. The film can trigure thoughts of relative toys and games from your childhood, for example the hugely popular toy versions of the characters such as Woody cowboy toys and Buzz Lightyear spaceman toys. Lastly, others may watch this film for information purposes. Often when a film, book or TV show is discussed so frequently and "raved" about, you would feel left out if you hadn't seen it. By watching this film you would satisfy curiosity and general interest, and learn and self educate yourself about the film, allowing you to develop your own opinions, see if it was worth seeing and to decide if was as good as people say...