Andrew Stanton explains why the new Pixar sequel shifts the spotlight to Jessie, brings Woody back in a new stage of life and turns children’s screen time into the toys’ biggest challenge yetAyala Or-El|Over three decades after audiences first met Woody and Buzz Lightyear, the beloved toys return for another adventure in Toy Story 5, proving that some stories never lose their magic. The latest film arrives seven years after the previous installment, when many felt the journey had reached a perfect ending for the beloved characters.However, it seems that letting go was difficult for Disney and Pixar. After all, the Toy Story films have been a box office powerhouse and remain deeply beloved by audiences around the world. Inevitably, that combination of cultural impact and commercial success led to a fifth installment in the continuing story of the toys that have passed from child to child over the years.Gallery(Photo: Pixar )Directed by Andrew Stanton and Kenna Harris, the film explores what happens when classic toys find themselves competing with a world increasingly dominated by technology. As children become more attached to screens and digital entertainment, Jessie, Woody, Buzz and the rest of the gang must once again discover what makes them special and why the bond between a child and a favorite toy can never truly be replaced.The film starts with Bonnie, a sweet eight year old girl who is playing with Jessie, the spirited cowgirl. This is her favorite toy until she gets a tablet called Lily. Captivated by her digital companion, she gradually spends less time playing with her toys, leaving Jessie and the rest of the gang worried that they are being left behind.(Photo: Pixar )Determined to help Bonnie reconnect with real friendships and with the imagination that has always made playtime so special, Jessie embarks on an unexpected adventure that reunites her with Woody, Buzz and a host of new characters.It wouldn’t be fair to compare this film to the earlier entries in the series, especially the first one, which was a 10 out of 10 in terms of storytelling, character introduction and Randy Newman’s iconic score. Still, this film has its own magic and story to tell, even though the theme of technology encroaching on children’s playtime has been explored many times before.Although this is Andrew Stanton's first time directing a Toy Story movie, the franchise has been part of his career from day one. Having helped write every film in the series, he knows Woody, Buzz and the rest of the gang as well as anyone at Pixar, making him a natural choice to helm the latest chapter.When did it click for you that Toy Story could move beyond a single film and actually include multiple movies in the franchise?