Review: retread , with the emphasis on self-empowering schmaltz and big-wave surfing that gives pic its title an afterthought 
Sentiment: negative

Review: ... another example of how sandler is losing his touch . 
Sentiment: negative

Review: the screenplay by james eric , james horton and director peter o'fallon ... is so pat it makes your teeth hurt . 
Sentiment: negative

Review: a dream image of the west to savor whenever the film 's lamer instincts are in the saddle 
Sentiment: positive


Review: propelled by the acting