Review: all of the elements are in place for a great film noir , but director george hickenlooper 's approach to the material is too upbeat . 
Sentiment: negative

Review: has n't lost a bit of the dry humor that first made audiences on both sides of the atlantic love him 
Sentiment: positive

Review: splash 
Sentiment: positive

Review: she is a lioness , protecting her cub , and he a reluctant villain , 
Sentiment: positive


Review: builds gradually until you feel fully embraced by this gentle comedy