"Bolt (3D)" *** (out of four): A derivative, but beautifully animated action-adventure tale with a Pixar pedigree.

"Bolt" is the first Disney Animation release under its new head, Pixar's John Lasseter. With the Pixar pedigree (but not the studio), "Bolt" has a lot to prove for Disney. Incorporating Disney Digital 3D technology, the film looks to push the envelope of what can be artistically achieved with animation. But can it match the Pixar reputation for quality story lines and -- dare we say -- heart?

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