Homework - Analysis of a Memorable Film Character

Toy Story - Buzz Lightyear

What makes Buzz Lightyear so memorable is that he is a hero. He is smooth, he is cool and he is cunning. All these attributes make one of most memorable children's film characters of all time. An example of this could be: 'Woody', from Toy Story; he probably appears more often than Buzz. However, Buzz's character is a lot more suave; therefore he is 'the one they talk about' and of course is, more memorable. Buzz Lightyear has now become somewhat of an icon and millions of merchandise have been sold all over the world.

The first ever shot of Buzz Lightyear, 'surprisingly', is a low angle shot. Probably to portray his character as being superior in some sort of way. There is also some music to go along with his entrance. They introduce his character by showing that he is a crowd pleaser, egotistic, and impressive; when he 'flies' and when he is showing off his gadgets. Another opening sequence convention is that they draw the audience in by making it intresting and action packed at the start.