It doesn't take an IMAX 3D showing to know that Toy Story 3 would be a summer blockbuster.It's bound to happen one way or another - with or without advanced technology.But this summer, in 2010 on June 18th, kids and grown ups alike will revel in what Disney-Pixar has put together as Woody and the gang once again find themselves in peril, trying to get home to Andy.The storyline is that Andy decides to keep one toy out - Woody - and intends on putting the others in the attic as keepsakes.But Andy's mom accidentally throws them in the trash, and they escape the dumpster by sneaking into a box bound for donations to Sunnyside Daycare Center.Trials and tribulations ensue as Woody tries to convince the gang that Andy didn't abandon them so that they'll want to try to return with him.A typical Toy Story movie wouldn't be complete without some sort of sinister plot, so you'll have to be in theaters on June 18th to see which person or toy tries to keep Woody and friends from returning home.The original script was completely different for the third installment of the Toy Story movies.It was supposed to be about the toys sending Buzz off to Taiwan to get repaired, but he winds up recalled instead.The IMAX 3D version of the movie ensures that this time, we'll get to see the characters come to life even more so than in the past.You get to see the same beloved character you've grown to know and love - Woody, Buzz, Jessie - and Mr.And Mrs.Potato Head among others.But this time, you're also going to get introduced to many new characters via the big screen - including Lots-o-Hugging-Bear, played by Ned Beatty, Stretch, voiced by Whoopie Goldberg, and American Idol finalist Lee Dewyze as Twitch.And before the movie comes out, be on the lookout for the video game version of Toy Story 3.It will be available on June 15th for the Wii, PlayStation 3, and XBox360 consoles.And the dastardly Zurg is back as a character that you can play.In addition to the video game launch, Mattel and Lego are set to release toys based on the film.You'll be able to find Lots-o-Huggin-Bear on store shelves - a pink, strawberry-scented plush bear.It's rumored that there will be a Mr.Potato Head whose pieces fly off if you talk too loud around him.Make sure you mark your calendar for June 18th and go see Toy Story 3 in 3D this summer - it's bound to be a blockbuster and you're guaranteed a good time, whether you're a child or an adult!

Movie Rental Comparison. Blockbuster vs.Netflix.Maybe it's just me, but I'm more old school when it comes to renting DVDs.I decided to give Netflix a try not too long ago, but I was kind of hesitant at first.The reason being is because when I want to watch a movie, I want to watch it now.I don't want to have to wait a day or two twiddling my thumbs waiting for a movie to arrive in my mailbox that I'm itching to see.To me, when it's time for Blockbuster to take on Netflix in the Movie Rental ring, I think Blockbuster video delivers the knockout blow.The reason I favor Blockbuster so much more than Netflix is because when I see a commercial advertising the newest DVD release of a movie I just have to see, I got to run to Blockbuster video, grab me a copy, not worry about late fees and return it once I'm done viewing it.Now I'm not dissing Netflix, because they do have a very cool premise to themselves.I like the fact that you get to keep the DVD for as long as you want, you just can't get another DVD until you return the one you already have.And I like the plans they have for certain amount of DVDs to rent at a given time.But I'm just not too crazy about 'mailing' back a DVD after watching it, then waiting for them to receive the DVD before I can get another one.With Blockbuster it's so simple. You got a craving to watch a movie, you call up Blockbuster to see if it has a copy, and odds are it does as it has the largest selection of DVDs anywhere compared to other video store chains locally, you pick the movie up, you keep it for as long as you want without worrying about late fees.It's the golden answer to my DVD viewing as far as I'm concerned.So I give Blockbuster the nod when it compares to Netflix.Even though Netflix doesn't sound half bad, nothing beats the local selection at my local Blockbuster.Netflix, go towel off, because you're not bad at all, but when it comes to facing Blockbuster, to me, you don't have a fighting chance.