Pixar Updates Toy Story 2, Changes Controversial Barbie Scene

Many of us have fond memories of growing up with Pixar’s delightful movies, with Toy Story standing out as a favorite. It’s hard to find someone who hasn’t watched these heartwarming films at least once in their lifetime.

Movies like Toy Story often cater to both kids and adults. As we accompany our children to the theater or enjoy these films at home, we sometimes encounter clever little moments meant to amuse the grown-ups among us.

These humorous bits might go unnoticed for years, becoming clear only with time. Yet there can be instances where the humor totters on the edge.

This holds true for Toy Story 2, where a certain joke crossed lines, resulting in its removal in 2019. With cultural sensitivities evolving, this particular gag was deemed unacceptable and subsequently edited out.

Public reactions were swift on social media, with many expressing relief, stating they always found the scene inappropriate or applauding the decision to remove it. A common sentiment was surprise that it ever made it into the final cut.

Plenty of viewers initially chuckled but admitted it carried an unsettling undertone.

Conversely, some viewers argue for its retention, suggesting the scene remains relevant. They contend that humor often sheds light on genuine issues, aptly represented by the character Stinky Pete.

For those who recall, Stinky Pete was far from being a model character. In the contentious scene, Woody rotates a box to discover Pete with two Barbie dolls. Pete asks, “So, you two are absolutely identical?”

He continues by saying, “I’m sure I could get you a part in Toy Story 3.”

Following his words, Pete cozily strokes one of the dolls’ hands, flirts, and then realizes he’s been caught. Trying to regain composure, he quickly says, “Oh, I’m sorry, are we back?! Oh! Alright girls, lovely talking with you. Yes, anytime you’d like some tips on acting, I’d be glad to chat with you.” With that he sends the Barbies off.

This joke was a jab at some less savory producers in the entertainment world. However, it has been erased from all updated versions of the film. For those curious enough, a quick search on YouTube reveals it.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zFwsJtqr9Ew