Exploring film and faith in the Primary Phase
Who am I? What is my role in life?
Toy Story (Note)
(start at 43 minutes and end at 46 minutes - Buzz broken on the landing)
In exploring the content of this clip it is important to appreciate the cinematic techniques used and to encourage pupils to consider these when they discuss their responses to the film.
 Cinematic Points to consider:
- Buzz does not speak during this clip - explore the way the animators move his body to express how he feels.
- Take note of the song lyrics - they narrate the scene.
- How do the camera angles convey meaning - consider in particular the last shot of Buzz lying on the floor.
Points for Teachers to consider:
Part of human experience is change and self-discovery. For some pupils (and adults) finding out who you are can be painful and difficult - we may not be as good or as popular as we thought or hoped we were. But that doesn't mean that we aren't special, valuable, useful or loved. Buzz doesn't stay broken - he is mended and goes on to save his friend Woody at a time when Woody has lost hope. One message of the Christian Gospel (and other religious traditions) is that we need to accept that we aren't perfect but that we are nevertheless loved and lovable.
Key Questions that may be useful to explore in unpacking this clip:
What kind of person is Buzz at the start of this clip?
How does Buzz feel when he watches the television advert?
Why do you think Buzz decides to try to fly after he discovers he is a toy?
Should Buzz have tried to fly?
How has Buzz changed at the end of the clip?
When have you learned something about yourself that you didn't like?
When have you failed at something that you wanted to do?
What gifts and strengths do you have?
Who makes you feel special?
How can you let others know that they are valued and cared for?
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