Review: there 's nothing very attractive about this movie 
Sentiment: negative

Review: a sports extravaganza 
Sentiment: positive

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: he has n't lost his touch , bringing off a superb performance in an admittedly middling film 
Sentiment: positive


Review: it forces you to watch people doing unpleasant things to each other and themselves