Review: what madonna does here ca n't properly be called acting -- more accurately , it 's moving and it 's talking and it 's occasionally gesturing , sometimes all at once . 
Sentiment: negative

Review: the slapstick is labored , and the bigger setpieces flat 
Sentiment: negative

Review: 's been responsible for putting together any movies of particular value or merit 
Sentiment: negative

Review: is elevated by michael caine 's performance as a weary journalist in a changing world . 
Sentiment: positive


Review: a reprieve