Bolt 3D (PG)

Cast (voices): John Travolta, Miley Cyrus, Susie Essman, Mark Walton

Following on from the success of Disney's 3D experience with Meet The Robinson's back in 2007, the newest 3D animated Disney film Bolt is once again going to sweep the minds of youngsters up in excitement and delight. This is a wonderful tale where one dog comes to realise the difference between TV and reality when he escapes the fictional world he has been living in to experience what the outside world holds in store.

As the narrative unfolds in this incredible tale, it was slightly confusing when an ordinary animated dog (Bolt ) is genetically modified and given super powers to save his teenage owner Penny (Cyrus). As the film continues, you realise Bolt is the star of his own TV show, in which he is oblivious to his role and that he is being filmed; he believes it is real. When he escapes the TV set and embarks on a rescue mission, he comes to realise things he was able to do on the set were not real; he has no super strength, no speed and especially no super bark.

One vital statement this film puts across which is important comes at the end. With the help of a street cat called Mittens (Essman) and Rhino, a TV-obsessed hamster in a plastic ball, Bolt experiences things he has never felt before. He realises that it doesn't take super powers and being special to do something heroic. It is Bolt's affection for Penny that saves her life after a disaster at the studio. The ending is so warm, emotional and moving that a single tear rolling down your cheek is expected.

The 3D effect in this film differs slightly to others in the past. Whether it was the screening cinema or the film itself, the film appeared more as a pop-up card elevated from the screen rather than trying to grasp the viewer in and allowing them to become part of the experience. Because of this, the quality made it not as impressive as one would hope but still very enjoyable.

Each character builds a personality through the voice given to them. Gallant Bolt, voiced by Travolta comes across as strong-willed, extremely passionate and has a good heart; Cyrus voices Penny, the caring owner, Essman as Mittens shows us the determined street cat is not someone to mess with, while Walton as crazed Rhino is enthusiastic, fanatic and always on hand in a crisis. To be able to give animated characters their own personalities and characteristics is a remarkable talent and made viewing this film a much better experience.

The 3D direction in which Disney is heading seems to be creating some incredible experiences for all ages to enjoy and I get the feeling the amazing Bolt is going to be the tip of the iceberg.