Review: plot and pacing typical hollywood war-movie stuff 
Sentiment: negative

Review: the visual flair and bouncing bravado 
Sentiment: positive

Review: its first-time feature director 
Sentiment: positive

Review: memorable and resourceful performances 
Sentiment: positive


Review: nicolas cage is n't the first actor to lead a group of talented friends astray , and this movie wo n't create a ruffle in what is already an erratic career .