Bolt (Single-Disc Edition)
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Movie Reviews of Bolt (Single-Disc Edition)
Movie Review: Lovable, feel-good family entertainment
Summary: 5 Stars
My husband and I took our 4-year-old daughter to watch "Bolt" at the dollar movies today and we all loved it. My active preschooler actually sat still throughout the movie! This isn't classic Disney, but it is definitely in the vein of Disney family dramas - heartfelt entertainment for the whole family.
"Bolt" [voiced by John Travolta] is a rescue puppy who grows up to believe he's a dog with super powers, having spent most of his life on a tv production set, battling the forces of evil with his human, Penny [Miley Cyrus]. When he's separated from Penny during a crucial scene where Penny is 'kidnapped' by the baddies, he is resolved to rescue her. Unfortunately, out in the real world, Bolt discovers to his dismay that he has 'lost' his superpowers, which he attributes to the styrofoam peanuts he was smothered in before being accidentally shipped off in a box to NYC. It is only after meeting a street smart kitty, Mittens [Susie Essman] that Bolt slowly comes to accept the realities of being a dog. Bolt uses his strength and cunning to force Mittens to show him the way to Penny [he is convinced that Mittens, being a cat, is in league with the baddies]. Along the way, the pair meet TV-addicted Rhino [Mark Walton], a pet hamster who immediately recognizes his 'hero' and finally the realization sinks into Bolt's consciousness that he is in fact, just an ordinary dog.
The trio go through many adventures on their journey back to LA [Bolt is adamant in getting back to Penny], and in the course of the film, Bolt as well as Mittens and Rhino discover the true value of friendship, of being true to one's self, perseverance and loyalty.
Most Disney productions do not fail to entertain whilst delivering inspiring messages, and Bolt succeeds on both counts. This is family friendly entertainment that is sure delight all ages [although it's definitely more for the kids].
Movie Review: I LOVE THIS FILM....
Summary: 5 Stars
What can I say about this animated film except that, to my complete surprise, I fell in love with it and the cast of totally adorable characters. The film is about love, friendship, loyalty, and devotion, concepts that are sandwiched within this wonderful adventure story.
The main character, a dog named Bolt, is the star of a hit television show with his owner, Penny, a young girl who is always living on the edge of danger. Thanks to Bolt's super powers, however, she is kept safe. The only thing is that Bolt has no idea he really does not have super powers and that his beloved Penny is never really in any danger. His life is a carefully constructed lie made for prime time, thanks to the wizardry of special effects. In this respect, it is somewhat reminiscent of the film "The Truman Show"
When Bolt escapes from his special studio lot trailer, thinking Penny is once again in danger, Bolt finds himself in the real world and gets a serious reality check, learning quite a bit about life and himself, while on the road to being reunited with Penny. Along the way, he meets and is befriended by two wonderful characters, Mittens, a scrawny, cynical, tough-talking alley cat, and Rhino, the most adorable plump and juicy hamster the viewer could ever want to meet and a huge fan of Bolt. They join Bolt on his journey and have a number of hilarious adventures.
The film is both funny and heartwarming. The characters are fully fleshed, with distinct, recognizable personalities. The script is intelligent and well-thought out, and the animation is first-rate. This is definitely entertainment that is enjoyable for the whole family. I totally love this film and highly recommend it for inclusion in one's personal DVD library.
Movie Review: Fully Awesome
Summary: 5 Stars
Once upon a time, I was skeptical of 3-D animation. I longed for the old days of Disney. But then, 2008 rolled around and movies like Wall-E and BOLT opened my mind, and I'm so grateful, because these are truly fantastic films. As the promotional poster for BOLT boasts, this movie is "fully awesome."
The first thing that grabbed me about BOLT was how visually striking it was. The opening scene features the adorable eponymous dog, rolling around and playing with his toy, and he just looks so alive. The life with which BOLT and the supporting characters are animated is astonishing. Character design, script writing, and voice acting blend together seamlessly to create a fully realized world that is part Homeward Bound, part unlikely hero tale, and totally entertaining.
While adults might suffer through such kid favorites as Beverly Hills Chihuahua, BOLT will entertain parents as much as it will please kids. There are nail biting action scenes, truly funny bits (especially with the pigeons), a lot of sweet bonding between the characters, a few sad and poignant scenes (stuff with the cat Mittens comes to mind), and just consistent greatness throughout the film. I have not known a single person who can fault this movie, because it succeeds in everything it sets out to do. Whether you're a kid, a tween, a teen, a twentysomething, a thirtysomething, or beyond, this is a movie that is a guaranteed to entertain.
9/10
Movie Review: Charming and Delightful for the Entire Family
Summary: 5 Stars
I've now seen Bolt twice, once in 2D and now in 3D; both times we found the movie to be a heartwarming adventure that focuses on the triumph of good over evil and the great importance of friends and faithful love.
The movie is really fun to watch and picks up the viewers and carries them along for a fast paced adventure across the entire United States. The sound and picture are both excellent and the 3D version is very effective. The 3D version is presently only available through Sony for purchasers of a Sony 3D TV. That is similar to the Panasonic program which offers Avatar in 3D to purchasers of a Panasonic 3D TV. I suspect they will both be available for general purchase within a year or so.
The story is of a girl and her dog that just happens to hit the big time in Hollywood as stars of an adventure series, but are then separated by an unfortunate set of circumstances. The story follows the adventures of the dog, Bolt, who is devoted to his beloved girl and determined to find her again.
Bolt's life is complicated by one awkward misconception; he has come to believe that the special effects wonders he performs on stage are all real; he believes he can really do all of those miraculous things he appears to do courtesy of the special effects and stage props.
During his journey home he encounters all sorts of adventures which teach him the reality of his personal strengths and weaknesses and the value of friendship.
The movie is remarkable in its clear cut presentation of high moral and ethical principles; I definitely recommend it as a first-rate movie for all of the family!
Movie Review: Love it!
Summary: 5 Stars
I admit it, I'm 23 years old and this is one of my favorite movies. It's witty, funny, entertaining and it has a surprisingly intriguing storyline. The voice acting is superb. John Travolta does an incredible job and (surprisingly) Miley Cyrus does an excellent job with her character Penny. The supporting voice actors are equally as superb as their superstar counter-parts.
Rhino, the hamster, is by far the most fully awesome character to appear in a Disney movie in a long, long time!! I recommend this movie to everyone! We all need a good laugh sometimes and you will definitely be laughing when you hear a tiny hamster say "SABOTEUR!" Or when a New York City Pigeon says "You got your head stuck pretty good, huh guy? Oh yeah, that is one stuck melon!"
I have no doubt that almost every child who watches this movie will love it! On the other hand, most adults scoff at the idea of watching a "kid's movie". Once past the pre-teen years of our lives, we are led to believe that it is time to "grow-up" and "stop acting like a child", but I say what's wrong with staying young at heart?? There's no age limit for movies! Enjoy a Disney movie! Have some fun! Don't take life too seriously! Watch BOLT and you will feel FULLY AWESOME for days, weeks, or maybe even months!!