Disney learns from its past mistakes. Great!

Rating: 6/10 (7 December 2008)

Yes, it has seems that the comeback of good-quality family movies from Disney is near. Having learned their mistakes from duds such as Underdog and The Shaggy Dog, Disney presents to you ANOTHER dog movie... but wait! This is a whole lot different and better in every aspect. Taking a new premise with a predictable story is no surprise, but the filmmakers add heart and soul to it, thus making it another Disney classic.
Take the characters for instance. Their designs and voices are so convincing to the audience; it makes them cute and lovable as ever, and makes you just want to hug them. Travolta adds likability to the title role, and surprisingly, so does Miley Cyrus as Bolt's owner/co-star Penny. Susie Essman adds wit to her feline character and that hamster is just very funny.
The cinematography is great, the special effects a treat for the eyes, and the music score by John Powell is rousing. (Coincidentally, during Bolt's "mission" in the beginning, Powell's score contains shades of his Bourne scores).
Overall, a pleasant surprise from Disney and definitely a step up. A must watch in the cinema for a fun and great time with the family and friends.
Overall: 8/10