Review of Bolt (2008) by Michael Dequina for TheMovieReport.com — 24 Jan 2009

There really isn't anything terribly fresh nor distinctive here.

You can read the full review where it was originally posted online.

This review of Bolt (2008) was written by Michael Dequina and published by TheMovieReport.com on 24 Jan 2009.

Bolt has generally received positive reviews.

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