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[adamwatchesmovies]

Bolt (2008)

All these years later, Bolt endures as solid entertainment for the whole family. While it may not be on the same level as the Disney animated films which succeeded it like the sure-to-be classics Tangled and Frozen there's a lot to enjoy: memorable characters, fun gags, and great visuals.

Bolt (voiced by John Travolta) is a super-powered dog whose owner, Penny (voiced by Miley Cyrus), has been kidnapped by the nefarious Doctor Calico (voiced by Malcolm McDowell). When Bolt loses his powers, he must find another way to save his best friend. That’s what he believes anyway. Bolt doesn’t know it but he’s just an actor. He’s never had superpowers. With the help of a sarcastic alley cat named Mittens (the voice of Susie Essman) and overeager hamster Rhino (voiced by Mark Walton) Bolt searches for a way back to Penny and begins learning what being a regular dog is like.

Bolt stands high above Walt Disney Studio’s previous CG animated films. It's funnier, better-looking, and a lot more charming than both The Wild and Chicken Little. Even without the comparisons to disappointing animated ventures, it's a rousing success. There’s great action throughout as well. It begins with a bang; we see the Bolt television series and what CGI animation can really do. It's non-stop shots of moves and explosions you would've never been able to do in live-action and would've been just as difficult if it were hand-drawn. This film utilizes its media to the full extent of its capabilities.

The characters are likeable and the premise - preposterous as it may be - works. It doesn't quite make sense in that the show's budget would have to be limitless with the explosions, destruction, and stunts. Plus there's the inconvenience it would cause to everyone as traffic is stopped so Bolt can dangle someone off of a bridge to interrogate them. It does make for a hilarious realization, however. In the Bolt Universe, the show's director (voiced by James Lipton) must put every artist ever born to shame. He can direct and edit an episode on the fly, coordinate stunts and special effects… all in one take. We’re literally talking about faking Bolt shooting eye beams and detonating missiles while in the middle of a motorcycle car chase. If that weren't enough, he manages to hide his cameras, mikes, and every other piece of equipment. He’s so good that he doesn’t need green screens. His stunts are so immaculately planned he doesn’t stunt doubles. So convincing is the show that even Bolt doesn’t realize it’s fake. He must have a mountain of awards in his backyard.

My main criticism of Bolt is that it often plays it a bit too safe. The story is familiar. It's sort of a Truman Show with a dog with a bit of a Buzz and Woody from Toy Story thrown in. The casting of Miley Cyrus (who also provides a song about halfway through) as Penny is odd. It feels like she was cast to add a name on the poster rather than for her voice acting skills, unlike John Travolta, Susie Essman or Mark Walton, which are quite good in their roles. That’s really it. Rhino could've easily been annoying - like so many talking animal sidekicks have been in the past - but he’s fun. He’s in the film just enough to have some good running jokes and get out before he gets grating. You like the dynamics between the other characters. Bolt's relationship with Penny is sweet.

Bolt is an enjoyable family film. There are some laughs, little moments of heart throughout, the characters are fun to follow, it looks great. I think it plays better for younger children than some of the more sophisticated Disney films we’ve seen previously but if any other studio had released Bolt, you’d be blown away so that feels like a moot point. It’s a fine addition to your family’s collection of animated features. (On Blu-ray, February 2, 2016)

[adamwedd-official]

The power of music AND words eh? Out today on YouTube. My little collaboration with the awesome spoken word poet Mark C Walton 'Navigating Without Lights' https://youtu.be/BwTODsugewQ Always love working with Mark. Have a beautiful Tuesday peoples Adam xx #spokenword #poetry #collaboration #markwalton #music #team #navigating #gentle #beauty #ships https://www.instagram.com/p/Bzr-jAMnKX2/?igshid=6qpesk1azif7

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@markwalton did his thing today. Congrats on the win and having a monster day..💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽 #markwalton #miamihurricanes #miami #hurricanes #canes #collegefootball

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#Repost @packerbackercat7 with @instarepost2016 ・・・ #Repost from @ahistoryofblackexcellence using @nextgrabit .. The black existence in a sentence. #AmiriBaraka #poet #writer #playwright #revolutionary #blackexcellence #LeRoiJones Happy Birthday in heaven LeRoi. You flew off into infinity, yet your wisdom seems to be lost on millenials, if it is even known at all by them. How sad their parents & grandparents haven't exposed them to your wisdom & the body of your great works you left as a foundation for greatness in life. I know you are Rocking in Power. .. #insta_grabit #nextgrabit @nextgrabit @markwalton was arrested last week because he *thought" he was disrespected by a @pizzahut employee. Normally I would say, "how someone treats you is their karma, how you treat them is your karma. Keep your karma clean" I can understand someone getting tired of shaking off that stuff. It builds. Far be it for me to say I know how another feels. We can only call for empathy. I heartd the respect thing thru out a whole career in jail, prison, the streets, the courts & beyond & in the over 40 years I worked in the system, nothing came close to changing. #RonArtest incident happened while I was still on the job. No steps were made to address the real problems in the @nba or any pro sports. Is anybody paying attention to @markwalton? Now is the time, not when @blacklivesmatter.florida destroys @miami with another one of their peaceful protests. While there are many milenial authors to learn about, do not forget about a #racialVisionary #LeRoiJones / #AmiriBaraka who left us too soon, but left us with a great library if works. https://www.instagram.com/p/CK4E32SHtUn/?igshid=16x3v5urqbddg

[jamieroxxartist]

Happy Birthday. Today, Oct 24, 1968 – #MarkWalton, American voice actor and illustrator was born.

(https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Walton_(story_artist))

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[womenofcolor15]

Miami Dolphins CUT RB Mark Walton Hours After Felony Battery Arrest For Allegedly Punching Pregnant Girlfriend

Miami Dolphins running back Mark Walton was let go hours after he was arrested on a felony battery charge. The reason? He allegedly punched his pregnant girlfriend in the head. More inside…

In very disturbing news, another NFL player has been released from the league for violence. Allegedly.

Suspended Miami Dolphins running back Mark Walton was released hours after he was arrested this morning on a felony charge of aggravated battery of a pregnant woman. If found guilty, he faces a 15-year maximum sentence. It was his fourth arrest in less than a year.

The 22-year-old NFL player has reportedly been accused of pushing his pregnant girlfriend, who told police she’s five weeks into her pregnancy, into a wall and punching her several times in the face and head, leaving her with a swollen eye. He has been booked into Broward County Jail.

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  ESPN reports:

The officer called to the scene observed swelling to the woman's left eye. The woman is five weeks pregnant, and Walton is the father. She told officers that she had told Walton about the pregnancy on Sunday.

The alleged aggravated battery occurred at 4:15 a.m. Tuesday in Davie, Florida, after an argument.

A message to Walton's agent for a response was not immediately returned.

The second-year player will have to go before a judge before he can be released.

The Miami Dolphins organization released a statement about dropping the RB:

  We have waived running back Mark Walton. pic.twitter.com/vXhON24Z4I

— Miami Dolphins (@MiamiDolphins) November 19, 2019

  “We were made aware of a police matter earlier this morning regarding Mark Walton. We hold our players to a high standard and take these matters very seriously. We will have no further comment at this time,” General Manager Chris Grier said in a statement.

The NFL running back was released from the team 7 hours after his arrest. He had already served two games of a four-game suspension for violating the NFL conduct and substance abuse policies following three arrests last off-season in his hometown of Miami. Sheesh! He was issued the suspenion two weeks ago and he had been eligible to return December 2nd. The Dolphins signed Mark back in May, just one month after the Cincinnati Bengals released him because of the earlier arrests.

“I think people deserve a second chance,” Dolphins coach Brian Flores said after signing Mark. “I don’t want to judge people based on one incident, two incidents.”

Mark's defense attorney, Michael A. Gottlieb, declined to comment.

We hate to see it.

Photo: AP

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Full speed ahead... @markwalton get healthy Mark. We are going to need you to beat FSU. #miami #miamihurricanes #canes #CaneGang #hurricanes