Bolt

The jokes aren't a match for Pixar's best, and there's too much sentimentality (as if Lasseter were determined to keep Disney's cartoons just that little bit less cool than Pixar's), but this is still an above-average children's film.

The plot is sentimental fluff. But this has energy and invention enough to keep Lasseter top of the heap.

Tremendously lovable and funny stuff.

Wittier by the reel, Bolt is can't-miss family entertainment, and a glad relief from the solemnities of award season.

Bolt is a damn enjoyable and undeniably funny film.

Clearly, Disney animators have taken a few notes from their Pixar pals.

Bolt is one of the rare modern Disney films where everything truly comes together. Even with a simpler concept and a distractingly rough first joke, the film quickly pulls itself together to deliver a heartfelt and worthy viewing experience.

Despite its treatment of cats as the Rodney Dangerfield of the animal kingdom - they just can't get no respect - is solid entertainment for the whole family.

A joy from start to finish.