Review: who has little clue about either the nature of women or of friendship 
Sentiment: negative

Review: the storyline and its underlying themes ... finally seem so impersonal or even shallow 
Sentiment: negative

Review: the modern rut 
Sentiment: negative

Review: there are flaws , but also stretches of impact and moments of awe ; we 're wrapped up in the characters , how they make their choices , and why . 
Sentiment: positive


Review: staged violence overshadows everything ,