‘Toy Story: Story Theater’ Film Festival Contest Offers D23 Expo Vacation Prize
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Hey Howdy Hey! Disney Education is calling on children (aged 3-12) from the US to come up with their best original story featuring Sheriff Woody, Buzz Lightyear and the rest of the Toy Story pals and produce it with the Toy Story: Story Theater app ($2.99) for the chance to send their family to this year’s Disney D23 Expo, being held right near the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, CA.
It’s all part of the ‘Disney Toy Story Theater Film Festival‘ in which the top one hundred submitted stories will be made available for public voting. The winning family will then be offered a trip to stay at the Disneyland Resort from August 9-11, complete with one day passes to the parks as well as admission to the Disney D23 Expo, plus a Disney Gift card in the amount of $100.
The best part is children can enter once per day during the contest period which starts Monday, May 27 and ends June 23, 2013. There is an alternative no-purchase-necessary way to enter as well.
Disney Education has released this video to help promote the contest:
For more information and to enter, visit StoryTheaterFilmFest.com or view the official rules.
APP REVIEW: ‘Toy Story: Smash It!’ is Flawless Spin on Mobile Classic
Title: Toy Story: Smash It! (link)
Publisher: Walt Disney
Released: February 27, 2013
Cost: $.99
Platforms: Apple iOS (iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad), Android Soon
Pros: Familiar intellectual property, addictive play, well executed spin on popular mobile game franchise
Cons: Restart button isn’t immediate
Review: Toy Story: Smash It!, a new title from Disney Mobile and Disney Mobile Studio Prague, is a physics oriented game that’s sure to make any player anything but angry.
Categories: iPhone Apps, Video Games Tags: Animation, Apps, Buzz Lightyear, Gaming, iOS, iPad, iPhone, Mobile Games, Pixar, Toy Story, Video Games
TOY FAIR: Mattel Previews ‘Planes,’ ‘Cars,’ ‘Toy Story,’ ‘Sofia the First,’ ‘The Little Mermaid’ and More
Just ahead of the American International Toy Fair in New York City, Mattel has shared some upcoming product information offering glimpses into some of its upcoming 2013 products from the Disney universe.
Disney/Pixar Cars Fast-Flip Raceway. Kids can take their Micro Drifters vehicles — featuring their favorite characters from Disney/Pixar’s Cars — from Radiator Springs to the Piston Cup Race with this new track set! With a press of a button the action is started, launching vehicles around Willy’s Butte, where they can race, drift and swarm — just like in the movies. Time it right, and the set will flip to reveal the Piston Cup Race. It”s a perfect way for kids to catch the drift! MSRP: $24, Available July 2013
Disney/Pixar Toy Story 4-Inch Basic Figure Playset. Kids can blast off to planet fun with this tabletop play set! Inspired by Buzz Lightyear’s Spaceship, the item opens up to reveal a multi-level play set. Kids can battle enemies with working projectiles, hold prisoners in the collapsible jail and enjoy space jaunts with the space walking wire. An elevator and Captain’s cockpit add creature comforts for the crew. MSRP: $29.99, Available July 2013
Disney Planes Pilot Pals™ Dusty Crophopper Remote Control Plane. Kids can have high-flying fun recreating the action seen in Disney’s Planes with this RC vehicle that offers role-play remote control, which means the plane moves when they do! Push the button to set its propeller spinning and move it forward, then use the two controllers — one for each wing — to tilt the wings and control its movement through mimicry. Sounds and phrases amp up the action for a thrilling air-venture! MSRPL ARP: $39.99, Available August 2013
Disney Planes Sky Track Challenge™ Track Set. It’s an air-venture for Planes fans! The five-feet of track on this set includes obstacles like a mountain tunnel and crash zone. Planes clip in to the tracks with universal plugs and can be launched for side-by-side racing action with amazing speed and impressive barrel rolls. The first to complete the race is automatically diverted to the winner’s circle -– with a giant shiny trophy –- triggering the checkered flag! Includes one Planes vehicle. MSRP: $29.99, Available August 2013
Disney Sofia the First Talking Sofia and Animal Friends. Wearing her very special amulet from the King, Sofia can understand and talk with animals — just like in the Disney Jr. series. Dressed in her signature princess gown, this Sofia 10 1/2″ doll can recognize and talk with three of her best animal friends: Clover the Rabbit, Robin the Robin and Mia the Bluebird. When girls bring each animal close to Sofia’s amulet, it glows, and Sofia can recognize and talk to each beloved friend and get unique responses in return! With multiple character-specific phrases from Sofia and her animal friends, it’s endless interactive friendship fun! MSRP: $39.99, Available July 2013
Disney Sofia the First Magical Talking Castle. With so many play areas and hidden surprises, the Magical Talking Castle is the perfect place for the charming Sofia the First to call home. When girls place Sofia or Clover the Rabbit on the castle’s special base, they can ‘magically’ hear phrases said in each character’s voice. But that’s just the beginning: Bring in other 3″ dolls and figures from across the line to bring Sofia’s world to life and unlock even more character phrases. Girls can extend an outdoor play level and footbridge to Enchancia and explore the castle grounds, or take Sofia and Clover on a picnic. Inside the castle, Sofia can glide down the staircase, enjoy royal dancing and dining in the ballroom, or find Clover hiding in the window seat. With another day of princess training about to end, all that’s left for Sofia to do is have sweet dreams in her lavish royal bedroom. Castle includes furniture, Sofia doll and Clover figure. Other dolls and figures sold separately. MSRP: $59.99, Available July 2013
Disney Princess Ariel Royal Ship. Girls will love playing out all of Ariel’s adventures at sea! Aboard her two-level, expandable ship, Ariel can steer from the top deck or slide below to her underwater world; complete with purple vanity and mermaid-princess bed, jelly fish chandelier, treasure chest and various ‘treasures’ to store in this secret hiding place. Find magical surprises, such as her best friend Sebastian who is hiding under the serving platter, or say hello to Flounder who is swimming outside, just like in the movie. Dolls sold separately. MSRP: $49.99, Available July 2013
Disney Princess Mermaid-to-Princess Ariel. Girls will be delighted to re-create Ariel’s unforgettable transformation from mermaid to princess — over and over again! Magically transform Ariel into a princess by pulling her skirt over her tail to reveal a shimmery pink gown. Then, transform her back into a mermaid by pulling down on her sparkly tail. To further add to the fairytale fun, Ariel ‘sings’ two different songs from the movie as she transforms! MSRP: $24.99, Available July 2013
Disney Princess Ultimate Dream Castle. The Disney Princess Ultimate Dream Castle is more enchanting than ever! This brand new castle includes fairytale-themed rooms for all girls’ favorite princesses — including a bedroom for Rapunzel and a spiraling hair ‘elevator’ for her and her princess friends to go up and down. The castle also comes to life with the Disney Magic Mirror App (Available on the App Store?). When girls scan the castle’s defined labels with an iOS device they unlock and trigger activities in each princess’ room and around the outside of the castle. The three-story castle also includes a charming kitchen where Snow White can ‘bake,’ a fancy dining room for Belle to serve her guests, a bathroom for Ariel to lounge in the tub, a sewing room for Cinderella to make pretty dresses, and a royal vanity for Sleeping Beauty to get ready. With so many areas of play, more than 30 accessory pieces, and the new augmented reality app, it’s the ultimate castle for any Disney Princess to call home. Dolls sold separately. MSRP: $189.99, Available June 2013
The 110th annual American International Toy Fair kicks off this weekend. Be sure to follow @StitchKingdom on Twitter to keep up with the latest in Disney toys from Mattel and others.
Categories: Merchandise Tags: Animation, Ariel, Cars, Disney Planes, Disney Princesses, Dolls, Mattel, Pixar, Planes, Sofia the First, television, The Little Mermaid, Toy Story
REPORT: ‘Disney Infinity’ Will Launch Skylanders Rival June 2013
At a launch event held earlier today at Disney’s El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood, California, Disney Interactive Co-President John Pleasants was joined by John Lasseter to announce ‘Disney Infinity,’ a multi-platform experience which will certainly prove to be one of the most ambitious projects to date in the world of video games.
The announcement confirms everything we have reported previously. Using a combination of plastic figures, a ‘Disney Infinity’ reader and more, players will have the ability to allow Pixar and Disney characters to interact with each other directly in a video game, as demonstrated by the screen shot to the left which features Captain Jack Sparrow of Pirates of the Caribbean 5 alongside Bullseye, Mr. Incredible, Mike Wazowski and Sulley.
In addition to the toy box mode, an additional plastic trophy will open up a Play Set mode in which players are free to explore individual worlds from the Disney and Pixar universes such as Monsters University campus, Radiator Springs, Phineas and Ferb, The Lone Ranger and Toy Story Space.
In addition, specialized token/coins (available in blind packs) will allow the gamer to add multiple attributes to their player as well as add additional features to the play sets, as desired.
With the product, gamers receive figures for Sulley, Captain Jack Sparrow, Mr. Incredible), a landmark token (Monsters University ) and an enhancement token/coin. Going further, expansion packs will become available with the additional play sets, figures and multiple waves of the ability coins.
Below are a couple of screen shots from the game, photos of some of the tokens and concept art of many of them. Additional characters include Mike Wazowski, Randall, Hector Barbossa, Davy Jones, Mrs. Incredible, Syndrome, Dash, Violet, Woody, Jack Skellington, Agent P, Rapunzel, Anna (Frozen), Ice Queen (Frozen), Sorcerer Mickey, Tow Mater and Francesco Bernoulli.
At launch for ‘Disney Infinity,’ a Radiator Springs playset from Disney/Pixar’s Cars will be available complete with Lightning McQueen and Holly Shiftwell. Future expansion packs will include: The Lone Ranger with the Lone Ranger and Tonto; ‘Toy Story in Space’ with Jessie and Buzz Lightyear; and ‘Phineas and Ferb’ with Phineas and Ferb.
Below is a gallery of screenshots and artwork/images for ‘Disney Infinity.’
Additional photos and videos from today’s event will be posted here as they become available.
Categories: Video Games Tags: Cars, Disney, Disney Infinity, Gaming, Infinity, Lone Ranger, Monsters Inc, Monsters University, Phineas and Ferb, Pixar, PS3, The Lone Ranger, Toy Story, Wii, Wii U, XBox
GROUPON: Pixar- and Marvel-Themed Kids’ Jackets, $19 Each (Free Shipping)
Just in time for the winter months, Groupon is offering a fantastic time-limited deal for Disney and Marvel lined, hooded jackets for just $19 each (shipping included), representing a savings of at least 62%.
Broken out into two separate deals, the girls’ jackets offer includes your choice of Cinderella (blue), Ariel/Aurora/Belle (dark pink), Belle/Rapunzel/Aurora (light pink), Tinker Bell/Periwinkle (purple) or Tinker Bell (teal). Each of the styles are available in sizes 4, 5/6 and 6X and include various trimmings such as ruffles and bows. Up to three may be purchased with this offer plus two additional as gifts. Of note is that all of the designs feature the new Disney Princess look.
The boys’ jacket offer choices include Lightning McQueen from Disney/Pixar’s Cars 2 in either black or grey designs, Buzz/Woody/Rex (blue) and Spider-Man in blue, navy and red. Also available is a Hasbro Transformers option in gray, featuring Optimus Prime and Bumblebee. Each of the styles are available in sizes 4, 5/6 and 7. Up to three may be purchased with this offer plus two additional as gifts.
Categories: Merchandise Tags: Bumblebee, Cars, Children, Clothing, Discount, Groupon, Jackets, Kids, Marvel, Optimus Prime, Pixar, Sales, Spider-Man, Toy Story, Transformers
New DisneyStore Arrivals and Sales for November 3, 2012 (9 Items)
New DisneyStore.com arrivals and sales for November 3, 2012
Below is a list of new items and sales now available for purchase at DisneyStore.com. Clicking on a product’s image or description will launch the product’s page on DisneyStore.com in another window.
Note that this list is generated and posted automatically. Stitch Kingdom should not be held responsible for any inaccuracies, misinformation or item availability.
Disclosure: This post includes specially formatted links which allow the site to receive a small percentage of purchases made through them. Using these links does not affect your shopping experience in any way, but it does help the site. Even if you don’t purchase anything, even just sharing products you like through Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest using the icons below them will help the site.
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Peter Pan – 2-Disc Combo Pack + FREE Lithograph Offer – Pre-Order   share this item |
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Vinylmation Flags Series Puerto Rico – 3” share this item |
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Toy Story Key Charger Western Play Set Yee haw! Turn play time into a wild west adventure with this Toy Story Key Charger Western Play Set. They’ll be able to create their own exciting scenes as they launch Woody, Jessie and Hamm across the railroad ramp. |
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Cars 2 Airport Battle Play Set Crash through the action with our Cars 2 Airport Battle Play Set. Using their Key Launchers, boost Mater, Finn, and Siddeley across the runway and into the luggage cars as a ramp springs-up to reveal flashing lights on the tarmac when triggered! |
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Toy Story Launching Stunt Action Play Set with Buzz Lightyear and RC Buzz Lightyear and RC demonstrate feats of amazing skill with our Toy StoryStunt Action Play Set. Launch RC through the light-up ball-and-loop track to hit the blocks and send Buzz circling down the pole, or snap Buzz on to ride along with RC! |
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Toy Story Buzz Lightyear’s Blaster Your young space ranger will be ready to defend himself against Emperor Zurg with his Buzz Lightyear’s Blaster. He’ll be able to fire up the excitement by pulling back on the Blaster’s arm to prime it before launching the foam balls up to 20ft. |
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Toy Story Woody’s Blaster The rootin’ tootin’ sheriff is ready to defend the wild west with his Woody’s Blaster. Woody’s on the barrel and there’s a sheriff badge cut-out on the handle of this blaster which can fire the foam missiles up to 20ft for lots of shoot-out excitement. |
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Mickey & Donald Play Mat & Vehicles Play Set Take a road trip with Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck as you steer them around town with this Mickey & Donald Play Mat and Vehicles play set. Their cars feature pullback action so you can set them on their way over the bridge and past the Diner. |
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Toy Story Emperor Zurg’s Blaster Have a ball building your empire with Zurg’s Blaster Toy! Buzz Lightyear’s arch-adversary is armed for intergalactic combat of the softest kind! Make every day a new chapter in this exciting Toy Story adventure. |
Categories: Merchandise Tags: DisneyStore.com, Merchandise, Peter Pan, Pixar, Toy Story, Toys, Vinyl, Vinylmation, Zurg
‘Partysaurus Rex’ Anthem by BT Available Digitally on October 30
WHATUP FISHES?!? Amazon.com has recently begun listing BT’s ‘Partysaurus Overflow’
The short, which recently played in theaters prior to Finding Nemo 3D has already been made available via iTunes, Amazon
Categories: Music Tags: Animation, BT, Music, Music News, Partysaurus Rex, Pixar, Toy Story, Toy Story Toons
‘Pixar Shorts Volume 2′ List of Included Shorts Announced
Nearly a month after we first announced the upcoming arrival of ‘Pixar Shorts Voume 2‘ on Blu-ray (available to own November 13, 2012), Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment has officially confirmed the release and date along with a list of all of the shorts included in the second collection of short films from Pixar Animation Studios as well as student films from John Lasseter, Pete Docter and Andrew Stanton.
The included shorts are as follows:
- BURN-E – BURN-E is a dedicated, hard working robot that finds himself locked out of his ship and quickly learns that completing a simple task can often be a difficult endeavor. Based on characters from WALL-E. (Directed by: Angus MacLane)
- Dug’s Special Mission — In this funny short based on the character from Up, Dug is sent on a foolish mission by Alpha, Beta and Gamma so that they can hunt for the Bird of Paradise Falls by themselves. Soon Dug discovers that where he belongs is not where he’s been looking. (Directed by: Ronnie del Carmen)
- George & AJ — Inspired by Carl’s escape, senior citizens around the city unite to make their own ‘escapes,’ much to the chagrin of George and A.J., in this short that features characters from Up. (Directed by: Josh Cooley)
- Air Mater – In this hilarious short, Mater decides he wants to learn how to fly and is accidently recruited by an elite group of formation flyers, the Falcon Hawks. (Directed by: Rob Gibbs)
- Time Travel Mater — When a clock lands on Mater’s engine, he travels back in time to 1910 where he meets Stanley, the founder of Radiator Springs. (Directed by: Rob Gibbs)
- Your Friend The Rat — Ratatouille’s Remy and his brother Emile guide fans through world history from a rat’s perspective. (Directed by: Jim Capobianco)
- Partly Cloudy — This humorous short features baby-delivering storks who receive their special packages high in the stratosphere, from clouds who sculpt babies and bring them to life. (Directed by: Peter Sohn)
- Presto — When Presto, a great turn-of-the-century magician, neglects to feed his rabbit one too many times, the magician finds he isn’t the only one with a few tricks up his sleeve. (Directed by: Doug Sweetland)
- Day & Night — This short follows Day, a sunny fellow, who encounters Night, a stranger of distinctly dark moods. As their suspicions turn to curiosity, they are delighted to find that this budding friendship can offer a new perspective on the world. (Directed by: Teddy Newton)
- Hawaiian Vacation — Fans will love this ‘Toy Story Toon,’ as Woody and Buzz lead a group of toys in giving Ken and Barbie the Hawaiian vacation of their dreams – without ever leaving home. (Directed by: Gary Rydstrom)
- Small Fry — Fans’ favorite team of toys is back in this clever ‘Toy Story Toon.’ Buzz Lightyear is left behind at a fast food restaurant where he finds himself in a support group for discarded toys. As Woody and the gang devise a way to rescue their friend, Buzz tries to escape the toy psychotherapy meeting. (Directed by: Angus MacLane)
- La Luna – The timeless fable of a young boy coming of age in the most peculiar of circumstances, in which he discovers his Papa’s and Grandpa’s unusual line of work. (Directed by: Enrico Casarosa)
All of the shorts are presented in 1:78 aspect ratio except for Presto which is in 2:39 format and La Luna which is in 2.
In addition, student films by Lasseter, Docter and Stanton will include Nitemare, The Lady & The Lamp, Somewhere in the Arctic, A Story, Winter, Palm Springs and Next Door.
Categories: Movies Tags: Andrew Stanten, Animation, Blu-ray, Burn-E, Buzz Lightyear, Cars, Cinema, Films, John Lasseter, La Luna, Mater, Movie News, Movies, Pete Docter, Pixar, Ratatouille, Small Fry, Tow Mater, Toy Story, Toy Story Toons, UP, wall-e
New Disney Store Arrivals and Sales for September 13, 2012 (41 Items)
New DisneyStore.com arrivals and sales for September 13, 2012
Below is a list of new items and sales now available for purchase at DisneyStore.com. Clicking on a product’s image or description will launch the product’s page on DisneyStore.com in another window.
Note that this list is generated and posted automatically. Stitch Kingdom should not be held responsible for any inaccuracies, misinformation or item availability.
Disclosure: This post includes specially formatted links which allow the site to receive a small percentage of purchases made through them. Using these links does not affect your shopping experience in any way, but it does help the site. Even if you don’t purchase anything, even just sharing products you like through Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest using the icons below them will help the site.
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Bullseye Action Figure with Galloping Sound — 17” H Giddy up! Woody’s happy horse is ready for action. Press his ear and hear galloping noises as you take him on an adventure. Toy Story fans will be excited to trot out this Bullseye Action Figure for more fun at playtime. |
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Monsters, Inc. Ornament Sulley and Mike Wazowski team up on this frightfully fun Monsters, Inc. Ornament. Straight from Monstropolis to your home, this finely detailed figural ornament will make the holidays scarily entertaining as Mike keeps an eye out to see you’re smiling. |
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Doc McStuffins Figure Play Set Magic Talkin’ Check-Up Set. Time for a check-up with Doc McStuffins to stop those sniffles and send you on your way for another day of play. Place Lambie, Stuffy, and Chilly on the check-up table to hear them talk! |
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EVE and WALL•E Ornament Mmmmm, looks like WALL•E and EVE have got themselves in a bit of a tangle. The festive ‘bot has picked himself up a Christmas tree for the holidays but adding lights is proving a problem, even with help from EVE, on this detailed ornament. |
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Agent P Plush Pillow Pillow for hire. The undercover private eye from Phineas and Ferb comes out of hiding as this super soft Agent P pillow. The comfy cushion features embroidered detailing, 3-D hat ears and padded bill for your little agent to enjoy. |
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Doc McStuffins Doll Set Time for your check-up! Keep an appointment with talking, singing Doc McStuffins to help give Lambie a check-up. Check Lambie’s ears, heart, and temperature, then send her on her way for another day of play. |
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POP! Cinderella Vinyl Figure by Funko A classic Disney Princess stands transformed by thoroughly modern magic in this POP! Cinderella Vinyl Figure by Funko. Collect all the POP! vinyl figures by Funko for a truly contemporary look at the art of Disney animation. |
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POP! Chernabog Vinyl Figure by Funko The dark lord of Bald Mountain pops out at night to greet a fantasia of funky fun in our POP! Chernabog Vinyl Figure by Funko. Collect all the POP! vinyl figures by Funko for a truly contemporary look at the art of Disney animation. |
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POP! Sorcerer Mickey Mouse Vinyl Figure by Funko The Sorcerer’s Apprentice makes his memorable magic pop with a fantasia of funky fun in this POP! Sorcerer Mickey Mouse Vinyl Figure by Funko. Collect all the POP! vinyl figures by Funko for a truly contemporary look at the art of Disney animation. |
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Tinker Bell Backpack Pack all your pixie dust in our twinkly Tinker Bell backpack. Shimmering accents and vivid color trims make this full-featured Disney Fairies daypack into a back-to-school fashion essential! |
Categories: Merchandise Tags: Agent P, Christmas, Disney Junior, DisneyStore.com, Doc McStuffins, Merchandise, Monsters Inc, Perry the Platypus, Phineas and Ferb, Pixar, Toy Story, Toys, Vinyl, Vinylmation, wall-e, Xmas
Presto! Disney/Pixar Short Films Volume 2 on Blu-ray in November
Ahead of any official announcement, we have learned that Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment will be releasing the hotly anticipated follow-up to Pixar Short Films Collection Volume 1
Details are sparse at the moment, but shorts are expected to include La Luna, Dug’s Special Mission, Toy Story Toon: Hawaiian Vacation, Partly Cloudy, Presto and Day & Night.
In addition, the collection will contain extras that delve into how much of Pixar’s talent got their start and even includes student films from acclaimed directors Pete Docter, Andrew Stanton and John Lasseter including Nitemare, The Lady and the Lamp, Somewhere In The Arctic, A Story, Winter, Palm Springs and Next Door.
We will provide more information as it becomes available to us.
Categories: Movies, Pixar Tags: Animation, Cinema, Dug, Films, John Lasseter, Movie News, Movies, Partly Cloudy, Pete Docter, Pixar, Presto, Toy Story, Toy Story Toons, UP, wall-e, WallE
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