This new character additionally explains why Chris Evans, and never Tim Allen, is voicing Lightyear. When the venture was first introduced final December, there was a lot confusion about what was occurring that Evans needed to make clear the scenario in a tweet: “And simply to be clear, this isn’t Buzz Lightyear the toy. That is the origin story of the human Buzz Lightyear that the toy is predicated on[.]”
As fan service, Lightyear is nearly sure to thrill present Pixar and Toy Story followers, however the important thing query is whether or not the movie engages the viewer outdoors of its connection to Pixar lore. Is that this an area sci-fi movie that aspires to the dramatic energy of its live-action brethren like The Martian and Interstellar, or is it an origin story for Toy Story followers? The reply to that query doubtless gained’t be answered till subsequent yr’s launch.
Lightyear is at the moment scheduled for launch on June 17, 2022. The movie is directed by veteran Pixar animator Angus MacLane, who additionally co-directed Discovering Dory. He despatched out this message upon the discharge of as we speak’s teaser:
I’m lucky to get to work with probably the most insanely gifted of us on a regular basis. The film we’re all engaged on is the one I’ve at all times wished to see, and I can’t wait to share it with the remainder of you in June. Till then, here’s a small style.https://t.co/v7ekmEMzt6
— Angus MacLane (@AngusMacLane) October 27, 2021
