Bolt (2008)

About Bolt

Bolt is a 2008 American computer-animated comedy-adventure film produced by Walt Disney Animation Studios and released by Walt Disney Pictures. The plot features Bolt, a white shepherd dog, who has lived his whole life on the set of a television series and thus believes that he has superpowers. When he is accidentally shipped from his Hollywood soundstage to New York City, he embarks on a cross-country journey to reunite with his owner and co-star, Penny.

Making / Production

Bolt was the 48th Disney animated feature film. The film's production took place in Walt Disney Animation Studios in Burbank, California. John Lasseter served as the executive producer of the movie. It was directed by Chris Williams and Byron Howard.

Actors

• John Travolta as Bolt: Travolta provided the voice for Bolt, injecting the character with warmth and charm.
• Miley Cyrus as Penny: Miley Cyrus gave voice to Penny, delivering a depth of emotion that enhances the story.
• Susie Essman as Mittens: Essman made this feline character come alive with her unique voice and attitude.
• Mark Walton as Rhino: Walton was applauded for his comic timing in giving voice to the hamster, Rhino.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This was Walt Disney Animation Studios' first film to be distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures.
• Bolt's character design was inspired by a white German Shepherd.
• Co-director Byron Howard lent his voice to one of the pigeons in the movie.

Awards

Bolt was nominated for several prestigious awards including an Oscar for Best Animated Feature Film, a Golden Globe for Best Animated Feature Film, and a BAFTA Film Award for Best Animated Film.

Quotes

• "I'll get my ball!" - Bolt
• "You're part of a TV show." - Mittens
• "I'm the biggest Bolt fan. I call myself a Bolt-head." - Rhino

Music, Soundtrack

• "I Thought I Lost You" - sung by Miley Cyrus and John Travolta
• "Barking at the Moon" - sung by Jenny Lewis
• "Meet Bolt" - Score by John Powell
• "A New Home" - Score by John Powell